Description

Indulge in rich, fudgy brownies layered with creamy cheesecake, studded with chopped Milky Way candy bars and swirled with luscious caramel sauce. These Milky Way Caramel Cheesecake Brownies combine the perfect balance of chocolate, caramel, and cheesecake textures for an irresistible dessert treat.

Ingredients

Scale

Brownie Base

1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
8 oz semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate, chopped
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking powder

Cheesecake Layer

8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 large egg
1/4 cup sour cream

Toppings

2 Milky Way candy bars, chopped into bite-sized pieces
1/4 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
1 tablespoon heavy cream (optional, for a smoother caramel)

Instructions

Prepare the brownie base: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper or cooking spray. In a medium saucepan, melt butter and chopped chocolate over medium heat, stirring occasionally until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir in the melted chocolate mixture. Sift the flour, salt, and baking powder into the bowl and mix until just combined. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan.
Make the cheesecake layer: Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and egg, beating until fully combined. Stir in the sour cream until smooth and creamy. Spoon the cheesecake mixture over the brownie base, spreading evenly.
Add the Milky Way and caramel: Gently drop chopped Milky Way pieces into the cheesecake layer, pressing them slightly into the batter. Drizzle caramel sauce over the top and swirl with a knife or toothpick to create a marbled effect.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the brownie layer is set and a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean (a little cheesecake or caramel on the toothpick is okay). The cheesecake layer should be slightly jiggly in the middle. Let the brownies cool for 10-15 minutes in the pan before transferring to the fridge to cool completely for at least 1 hour.
Serve: Once chilled, cut into squares and serve. These brownies can be served cold or at room temperature. Optionally, drizzle with extra caramel sauce or top with whipped cream.

Notes

Use parchment paper for easy removal of the brownies from the pan.
Check for doneness with a toothpick; some cheesecake residue is normal.
For a smoother caramel drizzle, warm and mix caramel sauce with heavy cream before drizzling.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Allow the brownies to fully chill before slicing to prevent crumbling.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 brownie (approx. 2x2 inches)
Calories: 320 kcal
Sugar: 27 g
Sodium: 130 mg
Fat: 20 g
Saturated Fat: 12 g
Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
Trans Fat: 0.2 g
Carbohydrates: 35 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 4 g
Cholesterol: 70 mg

Keywords: Milky Way brownies, caramel cheesecake brownies, chocolate caramel dessert, fudgy cheesecake brownies, candy bar brownies