Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Melt butter in a saucepan and mix in granulated sugar. Cool slightly before adding eggs and vanilla.
- In another bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, and salt; then mix into wet ingredients until smooth.
- Pour brownie batter into a greased springform pan and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- For the cheesecake layer, blend softened cream cheese with sugar, eggs, vanilla, and sour cream until creamy.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the cooled brownie base and bake for an additional 30-35 minutes.
- Make the caramel sauce by melting sugar until golden brown; stir in butter and heavy cream; season with sea salt.
- Allow the cheesecake to cool completely before refrigerating for at least 2 hours.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (140g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in chocolate chips or nuts into the brownie layer. Customize your toppings with fresh berries or whipped cream for an extra touch of elegance.