This dessert layers a decadent brownie with a classic vanilla cheesecake, then finishes it off with ribbons of caramel for a showstopping swirl. Whether you’re baking for a party or just treating yourself, it’s guaranteed to impress both in taste and presentation.
🧾 Ingredients
For the Brownie Base:
• ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• ¼ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp baking powder
For the Cheesecake Layer:
• 16 oz (2 blocks) cream cheese, softened
• ⅔ cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Caramel Swirl:
• ½ cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
• Optional: a pinch of sea salt for a salted caramel finish
