Description
A rich dessert that combines chocolate brownies with creamy cheesecake, topped with hot fudge ganache and whipped cream.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box walnut brownie mix
- 24 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream (for ganache)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream (for topping)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for whipped cream)
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a springform pan with non-stick spray.
- Prepare the brownie mix according to package directions and bake for 30-40 minutes. Allow to cool afterwards.
- In a standing mixer, whip the cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and pour the cheesecake mixture over the cooled brownie layer.
- Return to the oven and bake for about an hour or until the center is almost set.
- Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate overnight.
- For the ganache, microwave the chocolate chips and heavy cream for 45 seconds. Stir until smooth, then pour over the chilled cheesecake.
- Refrigerate for another hour.
- Whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla to stiff peaks. Use a piping bag to apply the whipped cream around the edges of the cheesecake.
- Sprinkle with chopped peanuts.
Notes
Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature for easier mixing. Experiment with different toppings for a personal touch.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: brownie cheesecake, hot fudge, dessert, fudge dessert, cheesecake recipe