Description

This Caramel Cheesecake Brownie Trifle is an indulgent layered dessert combining rich, fudgy brownie cubes with creamy cheesecake filling and luscious caramel sauce. Perfect for special occasions or a decadent treat, this no-bake trifle comes together easily with boxed brownie mix and simple ingredients, topped with optional nuts or chocolate chips for extra texture and flavor.

Ingredients

Scale

Brownie Layer

1 box (18.3 oz) brownie mix
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
1/4 cup water

Cheesecake Filling

8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar

Other Ingredients

1 jar (12 oz) caramel sauce
Optional toppings: chopped nuts or chocolate chips

Instructions

Make the Brownies: Preheat your oven according to the brownie mix package instructions. In a bowl, combine the brownie mix, vegetable oil, eggs, and water. Mix well and pour the batter into a prepared square baking pan. Bake as directed until set. Once cooled completely, cut the brownies into bite-sized cubes.
Prepare Cheesecake Filling: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with granulated sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. In a separate chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, being careful to keep it light and airy.
Assemble the Trifle: In a large trifle dish or individual serving glasses, start by layering half of the brownie cubes. Drizzle a generous amount of caramel sauce over the brownies, then evenly spread half of the cheesecake filling over the top. Repeat the layering process with the remaining brownies, caramel sauce, and cheesecake mixture.
Top and Chill: Finish by drizzling caramel sauce on top and sprinkling with optional chopped nuts or chocolate chips for added texture. Refrigerate the assembled trifle for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld and the filling to set before serving.

Notes

For best results, ensure the cream cheese is fully softened before mixing to avoid lumps in the cheesecake filling.
Use a chilled bowl and beaters for whipping the heavy cream to achieve better volume and stability.
This trifle can be prepared a day in advance and stored covered in the refrigerator.
For a nut-free version, omit the optional chopped nuts.
Use high-quality caramel sauce or make your own for richer flavor.
Brownies can be substituted with homemade brownies if desired.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: caramel cheesecake trifle, brownie trifle, layered dessert, no bake cheesecake, caramel sauce dessert