Enjoy the best of both worlds with our Brownie Cheesecake, a decadent dessert that combines a rich, chocolatey brownie base with a smooth, creamy cheesecake layer. This dessert is a dream come true for those who can't decide between a brownie and a cheesecake, offering a harmonious blend of flavors and textures.
Why You'll Love This: The Brownie Cheesecake offers a delightful contrast - the dense, fudgy brownie base perfectly complements the light, airy cheesecake topping. The chocolate and vanilla flavors meld together beautifully, making each bite a luxurious experience.
Perfect Occasion: This Brownie Cheesecake is ideal for special occasions, celebrations, or as a treat for chocolate and cheesecake lovers. It's sure to impress at dinner parties, family gatherings, or as a decadent weekend baking project.
Ingredients: For the Brownie:
- 2 eggs
- 1 teacup sugar (120g)
- 1 cup flour (120g)
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 125g dark chocolate
- 150g butter
- 1/2 teacup milk
For the Cheesecake:
- 200g cream cheese (labne)
- 250g quark
- 1/2 teacup sugar (50g)
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract or 1 packet vanilla sugar
Instructions:
- Line a 26 cm cake tin with parchment paper and grease the sides.
- Melt butter and mix in chocolate. Let it cool.
- Beat eggs and sugar until light. Mix in the chocolate-butter mixture and milk. Sift in flour and cocoa, and fold gently. Reserve 2.5 tablespoons of the batter.
- Pour the rest into the tin and smooth it out.
- For the cheesecake layer, mix all ingredients and pour over the brownie layer. Smooth the top.
- Drop spoonfuls of the reserved brownie batter and swirl with a stick to create a marbled effect.
- Bake at 180°C (356°F) in the middle-lower part of the oven for 30 minutes. Let it cool in the tin for 15-20 minutes before removing.
- Serve warm or at room temperature. It's especially delicious when warm.
Indulge in this Brownie Cheesecake, where each slice offers the indulgent taste of a brownie and the creamy texture of a cheesecake, making it a perfect dessert for any chocolate and cheesecake enthusiast!
