Description
Indulge in the ultimate dessert with this Coffee Brownie Cheesecake. A decadent marriage of rich brownie, creamy cheesecake, and bold coffee flavors, this treat is perfect for coffee and chocolate lovers alike.
Ingredients
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Brownie Layer:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons instant espresso powder
Cheesecake Layer:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
- 1/4 cup hot water
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional topping)
Instructions
- Brownie Layer: Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Melt butter in a saucepan, then mix in sugar, eggs, vanilla, cocoa powder, flour, salt, baking powder, and espresso powder. Spread in pan and bake for 15 minutes.
- Cheesecake Layer: Beat cream cheese and sugar, add eggs one at a time, then mix in sour cream, vanilla, espresso powder with water. Pour over brownie layer.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes until set. Cool, then chill for 4 hours. Top with chocolate chips before serving.
Notes
- Decaf espresso powder can be used for less caffeine.
- Allow cheesecake to come to room temperature before slicing for cleaner cuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
