Description
Indulgent Hot Fudge Cheesecake Brownies merge rich chocolate layers with tangy cream cheese swirls for an irresistible dessert. Chocolate lovers will savor each luxurious bite of this decadent treat that balances fudgy intensity with silky cheesecake smoothness.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour (177 grams)
- 1 ¼ cups semisweet chocolate chips (213 grams)
- 1 cup unsalted butter (227 grams)
- 4 large eggs
Chocolate and Flavor Enhancers:
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (75 grams)
- ¼ cup packed brown sugar (55 grams)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
Cheesecake and Topping Components:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 jar (about 12–16 ounces or 340–454 grams) hot fudge topping
- 1 ½ cups mini chocolate chips or additional chocolate chips/peanut butter cups (for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the baking vessel by heating the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lining a 9×13 inch (23×33 centimeters) pan with aluminum foil, then generously coat with non-stick cooking spray.
- Create the chocolate base by melting unsalted butter and chocolate chips in the microwave until completely smooth and glossy. Incorporate cocoa powder, granulated sugar, brown sugar, pure vanilla extract, and kosher salt into the melted mixture.
- Gradually introduce eggs into the chocolate mixture, ensuring thorough integration after each addition. Gently fold in all-purpose flour until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
- Distribute approximately two-thirds of the brownie batter evenly across the prepared pan, reserving the remaining portion for later use.
- Prepare the creamy layer by whipping cream cheese and hot fudge sauce together until achieving a silky, uniform consistency. Carefully spread this mixture over the initial brownie layer.
- Delicately dollop and spread the remaining brownie batter across the cream cheese surface, creating a marbled effect. Sprinkle miniature chocolate chips generously over the top for added texture.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30-38 minutes, watching for a set texture with a slight jiggle in the center, indicating perfect moisture.
- Allow the dessert to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours to firm up before cutting into decadent squares.
Notes
- Prepare this decadent dessert when craving an indulgent chocolate treat that combines rich brownie texture with creamy cheesecake swirls.
- Melting chocolate and butter creates a smooth base that guarantees ultra-fudgy brownies with deep, intense flavor.
- Layering techniques are crucial for achieving perfect visual and taste balance between brownie and cheesecake components.
- Hot fudge adds luxurious moisture and extra chocolate intensity to the cream cheese filling, elevating the entire dessert experience.
- Chilling for two hours allows flavors to meld and helps create clean, precise cutting lines for picture-perfect brownie squares.
- Mini chocolate chips sprinkled on top provide delightful crunch and additional chocolate bursts in every delicious bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16
- Calories: 536 kcal
- Sugar: 51g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 115mg