Description
Indulgent heath toffee cheesecake brownies blend rich chocolate with creamy cheesecake and crunchy toffee for an irresistible dessert experience. Layers of decadence promise to satisfy sweet cravings and leave you craving another delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Brownie Base:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (mini chips work best)
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cheesecake Layer:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping:
- 1 cup chopped Heath toffee bits
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350°F and prepare an 8×8-inch baking vessel with parchment paper, ensuring edges overhang for easy removal.
- Create a rich brownie foundation by whisking melted butter and sugar until thoroughly integrated.
- Incorporate eggs individually, mixing vigorously after each addition, then blend in vanilla extract.
- Gently fold cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder into the liquid mixture, stirring minimally to maintain a luxurious texture.
- Delicately fold chocolate chips throughout the batter, distributing evenly.
- Transfer brownie mixture into the prepared pan, smoothing the surface with a spatula for uniform distribution.
- Craft the creamy cheesecake layer by beating cream cheese until silky and uniform.
- Introduce sugar, then carefully blend in egg and vanilla, creating a luscious, smooth consistency.
- Carefully layer the cheesecake mixture over the brownie base, using gentle dolloping and smoothing techniques.
- Generously scatter Heath toffee bits across the cheesecake surface for a delightful crunch.
- Slide the pan into the preheated oven, baking for 35-40 minutes until edges turn golden and center shows a subtle wobble.
- Verify doneness by inserting a toothpick, which should emerge mostly clean.
- Allow the dessert to cool completely on a wire rack, enabling natural settling.
- Refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours, preferably overnight, to enhance flavor and texture.
- Utilize parchment edges to lift the dessert, then slice into 12 squares using a heated knife for clean cuts.
- Preserve remaining portions in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Notes
- Gently fold brownie batter ingredients to maintain a fudgy, tender texture and avoid tough brownies.
- Use an offset spatula to carefully spread cheesecake layer without disturbing the brownie base for clean, distinct layers.
- Allow ingredients like cream cheese and eggs to reach room temperature for smoother mixing and better incorporation.
- These brownies taste even better after chilling overnight, allowing flavors to meld and texture to set perfectly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg