Description
Classic Chocolate Brownie Bottom Cheesecake merges rich chocolate base with creamy cheesecake layers. Dessert enthusiasts savor each indulgent slice, experiencing perfect balance of fudgy texture and silky smooth filling that delights palates.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 brownie mix box (standard)
- ½ cup (118 ml / 4 fl oz) vegetable oil
- 2 eggs (large, room temperature)
- 3 tbsps (45 ml) water
- 16 oz (454 g) cream cheese (softened)
- ⅔ cup (133 g) granulated sugar
- 2 eggs (large, room temperature)
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup (60 ml / 2 fl oz) sour cream (room temperature)
- ¼ cup (60 ml / 2 fl oz) heavy whipping cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup (240 ml / 8 fl oz) heavy whipping cream
- 3 tbsps powdered sugar
- ½ cup hot fudge sauce or chocolate ganache (for serving)
Instructions
- Brownie Base Preparation: Combine brownie mix, oil, water, and eggs according to package directions. Transfer the batter into a greased springform pan and bake until the surface is set.
- Cheesecake Mixture Creation: Whip softened cream cheese until velvety, gradually blending in granulated sugar to create a silky-smooth foundation.
- Mixture Enrichment: Incorporate flour, vanilla extract, sour cream, and heavy whipping cream into the cream cheese base, whisking until completely integrated and lump-free.
- Egg Integration: Delicately fold eggs into the cheesecake mixture, minimizing stirring to preserve the airy texture.
- Layering and Baking: Reduce oven temperature after initial brownie layer. Pour cheesecake mixture over the partially baked brownie base, ensuring an even distribution across the surface.
- Cooling Technique: Bake the layered dessert, then implement a specialized cooling method by keeping the cheesecake in the switched-off oven, initially with the door closed, then slightly opened to prevent sudden temperature changes.
- Chilling Process: Allow the cheesecake to reach ambient temperature naturally, then transfer to the refrigerator for thorough cooling and setting.
- Final Garnish: Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until forming luxurious, stiff peaks just before serving time.
- Presentation: Adorn the chilled cheesecake with freshly whipped cream and an elegant chocolate drizzle, then slice and savor the decadent, multi-layered dessert.
Notes
- Prep Precision: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for smoother mixing and better texture.
- Prevent Cracking: Minimize egg mixing and use gentle folding technique to avoid air bubbles that cause surface cracks.
- Cooling Technique: Gradual cooling prevents sudden temperature changes that can cause cheesecake to crack or sink in the center.
- Springform Strategy: Use parchment paper on pan bottom for easy removal and clean slicing of the delicate layered dessert.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg