Description
This Fudgy Brownie Bottom Cheesecake combines the best of two desserts in one stunning, decadent treat. A rich, chewy brownie layer is topped with smooth, tangy cheesecake and finished with a glossy ganache and chocolate chips. Perfect for holidays, celebrations, or anytime you need a show-stopping dessert.
Ingredients
½ cup unsalted butter
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
16 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup sour cream
¾ cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for garnish)
½ cup chocolate ganache (for drizzling)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a springform pan with parchment paper and lightly grease the sides.
2. In a heatproof bowl, melt butter and 1 cup chocolate chips. Stir until smooth.
3. Whisk in sugar, then eggs one at a time. Stir in vanilla.
4. Fold in flour and cocoa powder until just combined.
5. Spread the brownie batter evenly in the pan and bake for 20–25 minutes. Let cool slightly.
6. Reduce oven to 300°F (150°C).
7. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
8. Add sour cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla. Mix until creamy.
9. Add eggs one at a time on low speed.
10. Pour cheesecake mixture over the cooled brownie layer. Tap to remove air bubbles.
11. Place springform pan in a water bath and bake for 45–55 minutes.
12. Turn off oven and let cheesecake sit with the door cracked for 1 hour.
13. Remove and let cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
14. Top with ganache and chocolate chips before serving.
Notes
Bring cream cheese and eggs to room temperature to ensure smooth mixing.
Don’t skip the water bath—it’s key to a crack-free top.
Chill thoroughly before slicing for clean, neat layers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: brownie bottom cheesecake, layered cheesecake, chocolate cheesecake