Decadent Brownie Bottom Cheesecake Bites
These Decadent Brownie Bottom Cheesecake Bites are miniature desserts that combine the rich taste of brownies with the creamy goodness of cheesecake, making them a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Brownie Layer
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
For the Cheesecake Layer
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
For the Ganache
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (for ganache)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, melted butter, and cocoa powder until well combined.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of mini cheesecake pans to form the brownie base.
- Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool slightly.
- In another bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, 1 cup sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gently fold in the sour cream and heavy cream until well blended.
Baking
- Pour the creamy cheesecake mixture over the slightly cooled brownie base in the mini pans.
- Bake for about 20-25 minutes or until the cheesecakes are set around the edges but still a bit jiggly in the middle.
Ganache Preparation
- For the ganache, heat 1/2 cup heavy cream in a saucepan until it begins to simmer.
- Pour it over the chocolate chips in a separate bowl and stir until smooth and glossy.
- Once the cheesecakes are cooled, drizzle ganache over the top of each cheesecake bite.
Serving
- Sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top for added garnish.
- Chill the cheesecakes in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
Make sure to use room temperature ingredients for a smoother texture. Avoid overmixing the cheesecake batter once you add the eggs to prevent density. Let bites cool fully before adding ganache.