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Fudgy Brownie Bottom Cheesecake

Heavenly Fudgy Brownie Bottom Cheesecake to Satisfy Cravings

This Fudgy Brownie Bottom Cheesecake marries rich brownie and smooth cheesecake for an irresistible dessert experience.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Cooling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownie Base
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter room-temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar or brown sugar for a deeper flavor
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour can be swapped with gluten-free blend
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder high-quality for best taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt for balancing sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure extract is preferable
For the Cheesecake Layer
  • 16 oz cream cheese full-fat recommended
  • 1/2 cup sour cream adds creaminess
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure for best results
For the Ganache Topping
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips high-quality for best taste
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream heat until just simmering

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Electric mixer
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper and grease the sides with butter.
  2. Melt the unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Stir in granulated sugar and eggs until well-blended. Add cocoa powder, flour, salt, and vanilla.
  3. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared springform pan and bake for 18-20 minutes until edges are set but center is soft.
  4. Beat cream cheese with sugar until smooth. Gradually add sour cream, eggs, and vanilla until just combined.
  5. Pour cheesecake filling over cooled brownie base and bake at 325°F (163°C) for 45-50 minutes until edges are firm.
  6. Cool cheesecake in the oven with door slightly ajar for 1 hour before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  7. Heat heavy cream until simmering, pour over chocolate chips, let sit, and stir until glossy to make ganache.
  8. Pour ganache over chilled cheesecake and let set before slicing and serving with fresh berries or whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 7gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For clean slices, chill fully in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours. Use room-temperature ingredients for best results.

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