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Sundae Brownie Cheesecake — The Ultimate Dessert Mashup!

A rich, indulgent dessert featuring a fudgy brownie base, creamy cheesecake center, and classic sundae toppings. Perfect for celebrations or when you're craving multiple desserts in one bite!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Resting Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 10
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 510
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Brownie Layer:
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/3 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Cheesecake Layer:
  • 2 8 oz packages cream cheese, softened
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • Ganache Topping:
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • Sundae Toppings optional:
  • Whipped cream
  • Maraschino cherries
  • Chopped nuts
  • Chocolate sauce
  • Sprinkles

Method
 

  1. Prepare Brownie Base:
  2. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line the bottom of a springform pan with parchment paper. In a bowl, whisk melted butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla, and then add cocoa, flour, salt, and baking powder. Pour into pan and smooth evenly.
  3. Bake Brownie Layer:
  4. Bake for 20 minutes until just set. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
  5. Make Cheesecake Layer:
  6. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, eggs, vanilla, and sour cream. Mix until creamy. Pour over the baked brownie layer.
  7. Bake Again:
  8. Return to oven and bake for another 30 minutes or until center is slightly jiggly. Turn off oven, crack the door, and let cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
  9. Chill:
  10. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight).
  11. Prepare Ganache:
  12. Heat heavy cream until just simmering. Pour over chocolate chips and let sit 2 minutes, then stir until smooth. Let it cool slightly and pour over chilled cheesecake.
  13. Top It Off:
  14. Add whipped cream, cherries, nuts, sprinkles, or your favorite sundae toppings right before serving.

Notes

– Can be frozen without toppings for up to 1 month.
– Allow cheesecake to sit at room temp 15 mins before serving for best texture.
– Add extra toppings just before serving for a fresh, sundae-like look.