Description
These Ultimate Loaded Brownie Cheesecake Cups combine rich, fudgy brownie crusts with a creamy cheesecake filling, topped with chocolate chips, crunchy walnuts, and a drizzle of caramel sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, these indulgent treats are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without spending hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients
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Brownie Crust
- 1 box brownie mix (plus required oil, eggs, and water as per package instructions)
Cheesecake Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Toppings
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 2 tbsp caramel sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Follow the brownie mix package instructions to prepare the batter, incorporating the required oil, eggs, and water. Line a muffin tin with paper liners and fill each cup about two-thirds full with the brownie batter.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla extract together until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Assemble the Cups: Spoon approximately 1 tablespoon of the cheesecake mixture into each brownie-filled muffin cup, carefully layering it on top of the brownie batter without mixing.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheesecake filling is set and no longer jiggly in the center.
- Cool Completely: Remove from the oven and allow the brownie cheesecake cups to cool completely in the tin to room temperature so they set properly.
- Add Toppings and Serve: Once cooled, sprinkle the tops of each cup with chocolate chips and chopped walnuts. Drizzle with caramel sauce just before serving for an extra decadent touch.
Notes
- You can customize the seasonings to taste, such as adding a pinch of cinnamon or espresso powder to the brownie batter for extra depth.
- Ensure cream cheese is fully softened before mixing to avoid lumps in the cheesecake filling.
- Let the brownie cheesecake cups cool completely to ensure clean slices and to prevent the cheesecake from melting.
- Use paper liners for easy removal and cleanup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: brownie cheesecake cups, loaded brownies, cheesecake dessert, chocolate walnut brownies, caramel brownies, easy cheesecake recipe, quick desserts
