Description
A rich, layered Caramel Brownie Cheesecake with a fudgy chocolate crust and creamy caramel cheesecake filling.
Ingredients
½ cup unsalted butter
4 oz semisweet chocolate, chopped
¾ cup sugar
2 large eggs
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
24 oz cream cheese, softened
¾ cup sugar
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup caramel sauce
½ cup chocolate chips
¼ cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons caramel sauce
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare a 9-inch springform pan. Melt butter and chocolate together, whisk in sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Stir in flour and salt, spread into pan, and bake 15 minutes.
2. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs, vanilla, and caramel sauce; mix just until combined.
3. Pour filling over brownie crust. Bake in a water bath for 55–65 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
4. Cool 1 hour with oven door ajar, then refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight.
5. Top with chocolate ganache and drizzle caramel before serving.
Notes
Let cheesecake chill overnight for the best texture.
Use high-quality chocolate for the richest flavor.
Add a pinch of sea salt to the caramel for balance.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American