Description
This Blueberry Brownie Cheesecake combines a rich brownie base with a creamy cheesecake layer, topped with a luscious blueberry sauce. Perfect for dessert lovers, this indulgent treat is a delicious blend of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Brownie Base:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- For the Cheesecake Layer:
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- For the Blueberry Topping:
- 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- Prepare Brownie Base: Mix melted butter, sugar, eggs, cocoa powder, flour, salt, and vanilla in a bowl until smooth. Pour into a greased 9-inch springform pan and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15-18 minutes. Let cool slightly.
- Make Cheesecake Layer: Beat cream cheese and sugar until creamy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in sour cream and vanilla. Pour over the cooled brownie base.
- Bake the Cheesecake: Return to the oven and bake at 325°F (160°C) for 40-45 minutes, until the center is set. Let it cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Prepare Blueberry Topping: In a saucepan, combine blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until the berries release their juices. Stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook until thickened. Let cool.
- Assemble: Pour the blueberry topping over the chilled cheesecake. Serve slices with extra blueberries if desired.
Notes
- Swap in mixed berries for a twist on the topping.
- Drizzle melted chocolate over the top for an extra indulgent finish.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hr
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg