Ingredients
Brownie Layer:
- ½ cup (1 stick) butter, melted
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp baking powder
Cheesecake Layer:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup sour cream (for extra creaminess)
Topping:
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- Candy pieces (Snickers, Reese’s, Twix, or chocolate shavings)
Instructions
1. Preheat & Prep
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Grease a 9-inch springform pan or line with parchment.
2. Make Brownie Base
- In a bowl, mix melted butter and sugar until smooth.
- Beat in eggs and vanilla.
- Stir in cocoa, flour, salt, and baking powder until just combined.
- Spread into prepared pan and bake for 18–20 minutes, until set but not overbaked.
3. Make Cheesecake Filling
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time.
- Mix in vanilla and sour cream until smooth.
- Pour gently over cooled brownie layer.
4. Bake Cheesecake
- Bake at 325°F for 35–40 minutes, or until edges are set and center slightly jiggles.
- Turn off oven, crack door, and let cool 1 hour.
- Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
5. Ganache Topping
- Heat heavy cream until hot (not boiling), pour over chocolate chips.
- Let sit 1 min, stir smooth.
- Drizzle over chilled cheesecake.
6. Top It Off
- Add chopped candy bars or chocolate curls.
- Slice, serve, and enjoy the best of both worlds!
Notes
Storage Tips 🧊
- Store covered in fridge for up to 5 days
- Freeze slices individually for up to 1 month