Fudgy Brownie Bottom Cheesecake
This decadent dessert features a dense, cocoa-rich brownie base topped with a silky, velvet-smooth vanilla bean cheesecake. It is the ultimate fusion of two classic treats, offering a perfect contrast between chewy chocolate and creamy cheese.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted and cooled
- 1 cup granulated sugar divided into two 0.5 cup portions
- 0.33 cup unsweetened cocoa powder sifted
- 3 large eggs room temperature, divided
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour leveled
- 16 oz cream cheese full-fat, softened to room temperature
- 0.5 cup sour cream room temperature
- 2 tsp vanilla extract pure extract preferred
- 0.25 tsp salt fine sea salt
Notes
For the cleanest slices, use a sharp knife dipped in hot water and wiped dry between each cut. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. This recipe can be made 24 hours in advance for the best flavor development.