Description
Indulge in the luxurious layers of this Caramel Cheesecake Brownie Trifle, where rich, fudgy brownies meet a velvety cheesecake filling, all drizzled with luscious caramel. Each spoonful offers a delightful contrast of textures, from the dense brownie base to the smooth, creamy cheesecake, creating a symphony of flavors that dance on your palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- Brownie Layer:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Cheesecake Layer:
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream (whipped to stiff peaks)
- Caramel Sauce:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until well combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Pour the brownie batter into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- While the brownies cool, prepare the cheesecake layer by beating softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Add vanilla and fold in whipped cream until fully incorporated.
- For the caramel sauce, heat sugar in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring until it melts and turns amber. Add butter and stir until melted, then slowly whisk in heavy cream. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Once the brownies are cool, cut them into small squares. In a trifle dish, layer brownie pieces, cheesecake filling, and caramel sauce. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of cheesecake and a drizzle of caramel on top.
- Chill the trifle in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- This trifle can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Leftovers can be kept in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: desserts
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35 grams
- Sodium: 250 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 6 grams
- Cholesterol: 80 milligrams
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