Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with this Fudge Sundae Brownie Cheesecake. Combining a gooey brownie base, creamy cheesecake layer, and topped with your favorite sundae toppings, this recipe is sure to be a hit at any gathering or a luxurious treat for yourself.
Brownie Base: Preheat oven to 350°F. Melt butter and chocolate chips together. Mix in sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Fold in flour and cocoa. Pour into prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes. Let cool.
Cheesecake Layer: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla and sour cream. Pour over cooled brownie base. Bake at 325°F in a water bath for 55 minutes. Let cool, then chill for 4 hours.
Chocolate Ganache: Heat cream until simmering, then pour over chocolate chips. Let sit, then stir until smooth.
Assembly: Spread ganache over chilled cheesecake. Decorate with whipped cream and chosen toppings.
Serving: Let cheesecake sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Customization: Feel free to customize the sundae toppings based on personal preference or seasonal availability.
Storage: This cheesecake can be refrigerated for up to 5 days or frozen for longer storage. Thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
Serving Tip: For clean slices, use a hot, dry knife for each cut.