Loaded Brownie Cheesecake Cup (Print-Friendly Version)

Decadent brownie and cheesecake layers topped with chocolate ganache and caramel drizzle in perfect portions.

# Ingredients:

→ Brownie Base

01 - 2 cups fudgy brownies, crumbled

→ Cheesecake Filling

02 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
03 - 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
04 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
05 - 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled and whipped

→ Toppings

06 - ½ cup chocolate ganache (made from chocolate and heavy cream)
07 - ¼ cup caramel sauce, preferably salted
08 - Extra brownie crumbs for garnish

# Steps:

01 - In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and lump-free using a hand mixer at medium speed. Gently fold in whipped cream with a spatula, lifting and folding to retain airiness without overmixing.
02 - Place a generous layer of crumbled brownies evenly at the bottom of serving cups. Press lightly to create an even base without compacting.
03 - Spoon or pipe a thick layer of the cheesecake filling over the brownie base, smoothing the surface to the edges with the back of a spoon.
04 - Drizzle chocolate ganache and caramel sauce evenly over the cheesecake layer, allowing each drizzle to settle before adding more to build depth.
05 - Continue layering brownie crumbs, cheesecake filling, ganache, and caramel until the cup is full. Finish with a final drizzle of ganache and caramel and sprinkle extra brownie crumbs on top.
06 - Refrigerate the layered cups for at least 60 minutes to firm the texture and meld flavors. A 30-minute freeze is possible if short on time but avoid freezing solid.

# Notes & Tips:

01 - Use dense, moist brownies for best texture. Chill whipping cream and bowl before whipping for optimal volume. Gently fold whipped cream to keep filling airy.
02 - Assemble cups ahead of time and refrigerate overnight to enhance flavor melding.
03 - Choose gluten-free brownies to maintain gluten-free status.
04 - Store covered in the refrigerator for up to three days; add ganache, caramel, and crunchy crumbs just before serving.

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