This Speculoos Cheesecake Brownie is a luxurious dessert that combines the best of both worlds: the fudgy richness of dark chocolate brownies and the velvety smoothness of cheesecake, all topped with a luscious layer of speculoos spread. With each bite, you'll experience the contrasting textures of dense brownie, creamy cheesecake, and the sweet spiced flavor of speculoos. This dessert is a perfect treat for chocolate lovers and cheesecake enthusiasts alike, guaranteed to impress at any gathering.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
You'll love this recipe for its decadent layers and the ease with which it comes together. The brownie layer is deeply rich, thanks to dark chocolate and butter, while the cheesecake layer is light, creamy, and gently sweetened with a hint of vanilla. The speculoos spread topping adds a unique, spiced sweetness that makes this dessert stand out from other brownies. The best part is that it's an all-in-one dessert—brownie, cheesecake, and speculoos spread—making it a delightful treat for any occasion. Whether you’re baking for a special event or just craving something indulgent, this recipe will surely satisfy your sweet tooth.
The Perfect Occasion
This Speculoos Cheesecake Brownie is perfect for any time you want to serve something impressive yet comforting. It's ideal for birthdays, holidays, or casual get-togethers with friends and family. The rich layers and unique flavor combination make it a show-stopping dessert for dinner parties or as a special weekend treat. Since it requires chilling before serving, it's a great make-ahead dessert that allows you to prepare in advance without any last-minute stress.
Decoration Tips
For an elegant presentation, spread the speculoos topping smoothly over the cheesecake layer once the cake has fully chilled. You can drizzle a bit of melted dark chocolate over the top for a refined, contrasting look. If you want to add texture, sprinkle some crushed speculoos cookies or chocolate shavings on top of the spread. You could also pipe small swirls of whipped cream around the edges of the cake for added sophistication. Serve the cheesecake brownie in neat slices for a clean, beautiful finish.
Ingredients for the Brownie
- 180g dark chocolate
- 80g semi-salted butter
- 2 eggs
- 40g sugar
- 80g flour
Brownie Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 150°C (300°F) and prepare your baking mold by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
- Melt the dark chocolate and butter together, either in a microwave or over a double boiler. Stir until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the sugar and eggs together until well combined and slightly fluffy.
- Gradually add the melted chocolate and butter mixture to the egg and sugar mixture, stirring until incorporated.
- Sift in the flour and gently fold it into the batter until smooth and fully combined.
- Pour the brownie batter into your prepared mold and set it aside while you prepare the cheesecake layer.
Ingredients for the Cheesecake Layer
- 350g cream cheese (room temperature)
- 200g thick cream (room temperature)
- 2 eggs
- 1 vanilla pod (or 1 tsp vanilla extract)
- 50g sugar
Cheesecake Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, thick cream, eggs, vanilla seeds (scraped from the pod), and sugar.
- Mix all the ingredients together using a whisk or hand mixer until the mixture is smooth and homogeneous, with no lumps remaining.
- Carefully pour the cheesecake mixture over the brownie batter in the mold, spreading it evenly across the top.
Baking and Cooling
- Bake the layered brownie and cheesecake in the preheated oven at 150°C for 45-50 minutes. The cheesecake should be set but still have a slight jiggle in the center.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool to room temperature.
- Once cooled, transfer the dessert to the refrigerator and allow it to chill for at least 4 hours to firm up and for the flavors to meld.
Topping with Speculoos Spread
- After the cheesecake brownie has chilled, spread a generous layer of speculoos spread evenly over the top of the cheesecake layer.
- Let the dessert sit at room temperature for about an hour before slicing and serving to allow the flavors to come to their peak.
Enjoy!
This indulgent Speculoos Cheesecake Brownie is best enjoyed after letting the flavors settle. The fudgy brownie, creamy cheesecake, and rich speculoos topping make this a dessert that’s sure to delight any crowd. Slice, serve, and savor every bite!
