Milky Way Caramel Cheesecake Brownies
Indulge in the rich and decadent experience of Milky Way Caramel Cheesecake Brownies, a dessert that perfectly combines layers of fudgy chocolate brownies, creamy cheesecake swirls, and luscious caramel drizzles. This delightful treat is not only easy to prepare but also makes for an impressive dessert at any gathering or family dinner. Whether served warm with a scoop of ice cream or chilled straight from the fridge, each bite promises to be a delightful explosion of flavors that will leave everyone wanting more. Prepare to wow your friends and family with this irresistible recipe that is sure to become a favorite!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 16 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for cheesecake layer)
- 1 large egg (for cheesecake layer)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for cheesecake layer)
- 1 cup caramel candies
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl; allow it to cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until combined. Gradually mix in the melted butter.
- Sift together flour, cocoa powder, and salt; fold into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth. Spoon dollops over the brownie layer.
- For the caramel drizzle, melt caramel candies with heavy cream in the microwave; stir until smooth.
- Drizzle melted caramel over the cheesecake layer and swirl gently with a knife.
- Bake for about 35-40 minutes or until edges are set but center is slightly jiggly.
- Allow brownies to cool completely before refrigerating for at least two hours before cutting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (45g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg