Description
Chocolate lovers rejoice with this Brownie Crust Chocolate Cheesecake that blends rich brownie base and silky chocolate filling. Creamy layers meld perfectly, creating a dessert that delights chocolate enthusiasts from first bite to last crumb.
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 oz (680g) cream cheese, room temperature
- 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (200g) packed brown sugar
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, melted
- 8 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream
- 2 ½ cups (460g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 3 tbsps unsweetened cocoa powder
- ⅔ cup (65g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tbsps all-purpose flour
- 3 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Prepare Brownie Crust: Melt butter and combine with sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth. Sift cocoa powder, flour, and salt into the mixture, folding gently. Spread evenly in a springform pan and bake at 350°F for 15 minutes. Cool completely, allowing the crust to set and develop rich chocolate depth.
- Create Cheesecake Filling: Reduce oven temperature to 325°F. Cream cheese and sugar until velvety. Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly. Blend in vanilla and sour cream until silky. Fold melted chocolate into the batter, ensuring a uniform, luxurious texture.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour chocolate cheesecake mixture over the cooled brownie crust, smoothing the surface with a spatula. Bake until edges are set and center slightly jiggles. Turn off oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool gradually to prevent cracking.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for several hours to firm and meld flavors. Carefully remove from springform pan. Garnish with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries. Slice and enjoy this decadent dessert that beautifully combines brownie and cheesecake elements.
Notes
- Temperature Control: Manage oven heat carefully to prevent cracking, start with a higher temperature for the brownie base, then reduce for the cheesecake layer to ensure even baking and smooth texture.
- Prevent Cracking Technique: Use a water bath or gradual cooling method by leaving the oven door slightly open to minimize temperature shock and prevent surface cracks on the cheesecake.
- Smooth Mixing Strategy: Blend ingredients at room temperature and mix gently to avoid incorporating excess air, which can cause surface bubbles or uneven texture during baking.
- Chocolate Quality Matters: Choose high-quality dark chocolate with at least 60% cocoa content to enhance the depth and richness of the chocolate flavor throughout the dessert.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 508
- Sugar: 43g
- Sodium: 146mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 149mg