Description
Indulge in a slice of our Hot Fudge Sundae Brownie Cheesecake, a decadent dessert that harmoniously combines a rich chocolate brownie base with a creamy cheesecake layer. Topped with luscious hot fudge sauce and garnished with whipped cream and cherries, this show-stopping treat is perfect for birthdays, gatherings, or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth. The delightful contrast of textures—from the fudgy brownies to the smooth cheesecake—makes every bite an unforgettable experience. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this dessert will impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 3 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 2 maraschino cherries
- 1/4 cup chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a springform pan and line it with parchment paper.
- For the brownie base, mix melted butter and sugar until well combined. Add eggs and vanilla; mix smoothly. Gradually add flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt; stir in chocolate chips. Pour into the pan and bake for 20-25 minutes.
- For the cheesecake filling, beat cream cheese until smooth, then mix in sugar and vanilla. Add eggs one at a time followed by sour cream; blend until smooth.
- Pour cheesecake mixture over cooled brownie base. Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 55-60 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center. Cool gradually in the oven before chilling in the fridge for at least 4 hours.
- Prepare hot fudge sauce by melting chocolate chips with heavy cream and butter over low heat; stir in vanilla.
- Serve chilled with hot fudge sauce drizzled on top and garnished with whipped cream and cherries.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 85 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 100g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 75mg