Caramel Brownie Cheesecake (Printable Version)

Layers of fudgy brownie, creamy cheesecake, topped with a smooth caramel drizzle.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Brownie Base

01 - 227 grams unsalted butter
02 - 400 grams granulated sugar
03 - 4 large eggs
04 - 5 milliliters vanilla extract
05 - 125 grams all-purpose flour
06 - 100 grams cocoa powder
07 - 2.5 grams salt

→ Cheesecake Layer

08 - 454 grams cream cheese, softened
09 - 200 grams granulated sugar
10 - 3 large eggs
11 - 5 milliliters vanilla extract
12 - 120 grams sour cream

→ Caramel Topping

13 - 200 grams granulated sugar
14 - 85 grams unsalted butter
15 - 120 milliliters heavy cream
16 - 5 grams sea salt

# Guide to Cooking:

01 - Preheat oven to 175°C. Melt butter and combine with granulated sugar. Incorporate eggs and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly.
02 - Sift together flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gently fold into the wet mixture until fully incorporated.
03 - Pour batter into a greased 23 cm springform pan. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until just set. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.
04 - In a clean bowl, beat softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract and sour cream.
05 - Pour cheesecake filling evenly over the cooled brownie layer. Bake for an additional 30 to 35 minutes until set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
06 - In a saucepan, melt sugar over medium heat until golden amber. Off heat, whisk in butter followed by heavy cream and sea salt until smooth.
07 - Drizzle caramel sauce evenly over the cooled cheesecake. Refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours to set before serving.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - For a velvety cheesecake layer, ensure cream cheese is fully softened before mixing.
02 - Cool the brownie base completely to prevent cheesecake layer from melting when poured on.
03 - Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to achieve optimal texture and flavor.