Ingredients
1 box brownie mix (plus ingredients required on the box)
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sugar
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup caramel sauce
1 tablespoon flour
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch baking pan.
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Prepare the brownie mix according to package instructions and pour it into the bottom of the pan, spreading evenly.
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In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and flour until smooth and creamy.
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Spoon the cream cheese mixture over the brownie batter and use a knife to gently swirl the two layers together for a marbled effect.
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Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set and a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out mostly clean.
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Let the cheesecake cool completely in the pan.
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Drizzle with caramel sauce, then refrigerate for 2-3 hours before slicing and serving.
Notes
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Nutty twist: Add chopped pecans or walnuts for a crunchy texture and nutty flavor.
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Salted caramel: Use salted caramel sauce for a delicious sweet-and-salty combination.
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Espresso infusion: Add 1 teaspoon of espresso powder to the brownie batter to enhance the chocolate flavor.
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Mini cheesecakes: Bake in muffin tins for individual servings—perfect for parties.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
