Loaded Brownie Cheesecake Cups (Printer-Friendly)

Velvety layers of brownie, creamy cheesecake, ganache, and caramel come together in indulgent dessert cups.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Brownie Base

01 - 6 oz fudgy brownies, crumbled (store-bought or homemade)

→ Cheesecake Filling

02 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
03 - 3/4 cup powdered sugar
04 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
05 - 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream

→ Toppings

06 - 1/4 cup chocolate ganache, prepared or store-bought
07 - 2 tbsp caramel sauce, thick consistency
08 - Additional brownie crumbs for garnish

# Steps to Make This:

01 - Beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract in a large bowl until smooth and fluffy, scraping down the sides to eliminate lumps.
02 - In a chilled bowl, whip heavy cream on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form, ensuring it holds shape without drooping.
03 - Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula with light strokes to preserve airiness and maintain a light texture.
04 - Distribute 2 to 3 tablespoons of crumbled brownie evenly into the bottom of each serving cup, pressing lightly to form an even base without compacting.
05 - Pipe or spoon a layer of cheesecake filling over the brownie base in each cup, maintaining distinct separation between layers for presentation.
06 - Lightly drizzle chocolate ganache followed by caramel sauce over the cheesecake layer, swirling gently with a spoon to create decorative ribbons.
07 - Continue layering brownie crumbs, cheesecake filling, and ganache with caramel drizzle until cups are filled to the top with neatly defined layers.
08 - Sprinkle extra brownie crumbs and add a final drizzle of ganache or caramel on top. Cover cups with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 60 minutes to set layers.

# Additional Notes:

01 - For clean layers, use a piping bag to apply the cheesecake filling and chill cups overnight for enhanced flavor melding and texture.
02 - Refrigerate assembled cups up to three days or freeze tightly wrapped up to one month; thaw in the refrigerator before serving.

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