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Hot Fudge Sundae Brownie Cheesecake

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Ingredients

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Brownie Layer:

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Cheesecake Layer:

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup sour cream

Toppings:

  • 1 cup hot fudge sauce, warmed
  • 1 cup whipped cream (store-bought or homemade)
  • ½ cup chopped nuts (optional)
  • 12 maraschino cherries with stems
  • Sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Brownie Base:

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  4. Bake the Brownie Layer: Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and smooth it out evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Allow to cool completely.

Prepare the Cheesecake Layer:

  1. Mix Cream Cheese Mixture: In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and sour cream.
  2. Layer Over Brownie Base: Once the brownie layer has cooled, pour the cheesecake mixture on top, spreading it evenly.

Bake the Cheesecake:

  1. Bake: Reduce the oven temperature to 325°F (165°C). Bake the cheesecake for 45-50 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center still has a slight jiggle.
  2. Cool and Chill: Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour with the door slightly ajar. Transfer to the refrigerator and chill for at least 4-5 hours or overnight.

Assemble the Sundae Toppings:

  1. Add Hot Fudge: Pour warm hot fudge sauce over the chilled cheesecake, letting it drip down the sides for a dramatic effect.
  2. Decorate: Pipe or spoon whipped cream around the edges, sprinkle with chopped nuts and sprinkles, and top with maraschino cherries.

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