Description
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with this decadent Hot Fudge Sundae Brownie Cheesecake. This luscious creation masterfully combines three beloved desserts: a rich brownie base, creamy cheesecake filling, and a generous drizzle of warm hot fudge. Perfect for any occasion—be it birthdays, dinner parties, or a well-deserved treat for yourself—this cheesecake is guaranteed to leave everyone craving more. With its fudgy layers and customizable toppings like whipped cream and cherries, it’s not only delicious but also visually stunning. Easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time, this impressive dessert will surely become a favorite at your gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 cup hot fudge sauce, warmed
- 1 cup whipped cream (homemade or store-bought)
- ½ cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 12 maraschino cherries with stems
- Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth. Combine flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in another bowl; fold into wet ingredients.
- Pour brownie batter into the pan and bake for 20–25 minutes. Cool completely.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth; add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract and sour cream. Pour over cooled brownie layer.
- Lower oven temperature to 325°F (165°C) and bake for 45–50 minutes until set around edges but slightly jiggly in center. Chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Top with warm hot fudge sauce, whipped cream, chopped nuts, maraschino cherries, and sprinkles before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in chocolate chips into the brownie layer. To customize flavors, swap out the hot fudge for caramel sauce or fruit compote.