Description
These Irresistibly Rich Milky Way Caramel Cheesecake Brownies combine fudgy chocolate brownies with a creamy cheesecake layer and a luscious caramel swirl, creating a decadent dessert perfect for any chocolate and caramel lover.
Ingredients
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Brownie Batter
- 1/2 cup butter (melted)
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Cheesecake Layer
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup additional sugar
- 1 large additional egg
- 1 teaspoon additional vanilla extract
Caramel Swirl
- 12 oz caramel candies
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the brownies.
- Prepare the Pan: Grease a 9×9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal of the brownies.
- Make Brownie Batter: In a large bowl, combine melted butter and sugar and mix until fully blended. Then whisk in the eggs and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually stir in the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and salt until no dry streaks remain, making sure the batter is fully incorporated.
- Make Cheesecake Batter: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the additional sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until creamy and smooth.
- Layer the Batter: Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan and smooth it into an even layer. Spoon the cheesecake batter evenly over the brownie layer.
- Melt Caramel: Melt the caramel candies with the heavy cream over low heat, stirring constantly until the mixture is smooth and pourable.
- Drizzle Caramel: Drizzle the melted caramel evenly over the cheesecake layer for a rich, gooey flavor.
- Add Remaining Brownie Batter: Spoon the remaining brownie batter over the caramel layer and gently swirl with a knife or spatula to create a marbled effect.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until the edges are set and the center is still slightly soft to the touch.
- Cool: Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before cutting and serving.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese for a smoother cheesecake batter.
- Be careful when melting caramel to avoid burning; use low heat and stir constantly.
- Swirling the brownie batter gently over the caramel creates a beautiful marbled appearance.
- Allow brownies to cool completely to firm up before slicing to keep clean edges.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: brownies, cheesecake brownies, caramel brownies, chocolate caramel dessert, rich brownies, Milky Way inspired dessert
