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Brownie bottom cheesecake with slice removed on white plate, showing dark chocolate brownie base layer and thick vanilla cheesecake layer, topped with dripping chocolate ganache and crushed Oreo cookies, with coffee cup and additional slice in background, chocolate chips scattered on teal surface

Brownie Bottom Cheesecake

A decadent fusion of a thick, fudgy brownie base and a silky cream cheese filling, topped with glossy chocolate ganache and crushed cookies. Perfect for chocolate lovers.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Chilling Time 6 hours
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 people
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 485
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup Unsalted butter Melted
  • 1 ¾ cups Granulated sugar Divided for layers
  • 5 large Eggs Room temperature, divided
  • ⅓ cup Cocoa powder Unsweetened
  • ½ cup All-purpose flour Sifted
  • 24 oz Cream cheese Softened Philadelphia style
  • 1 cup Sour cream Full fat for creaminess
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla extract Pure extract

Equipment

  • 1 Springform pan 9-inch size
  • 1 Hand mixer For smooth batter
  • 1 Offset spatula For leveling

Method
 

  1. Whisk the melted butter and 1 cup of sugar until the mixture is glossy and smooth.
  2. Fold in the cocoa, flour, and 2 eggs gently until no dry streaks remain in batter.
  3. Bake the brownie base at 325°F for 15 minutes then allow it to cool completely.
  4. Beat the cream cheese and remaining sugar until the mixture is light and perfectly airy.
  5. Stir in the sour cream, vanilla, and remaining 3 eggs slowly on a low speed.
  6. Pour the cheese mixture over the brownie and bake for another 50 minutes until set.
  7. Chill the cake for at least 6 hours in the refrigerator to ensure clean slicing.
  8. Drizzle with melted chocolate and top with crushed cookies for the final serving presentation.

Notes

Always use room temperature cream cheese to ensure a smooth, lump-free batter. Cool the brownie base completely before adding the cheesecake layer to keep distinct layers.