Brownie Bottom Cheesecake
This Brownie Bottom Cheesecake is so easy to make that you’ll feel like you are cheating! Enjoy the rich chocolate brownie bottom layer topped with a creamy and sweet cheesecake filling. Use a brownie mix to save on time!
Brownie Bottom Cheesecake
This luscious recipe combines two of my favorite desserts: brownies and cheesecake. Together, they are a match made in heaven.
With only five ingredients, you’ll have this dessert whipped up for your family to enjoy in no time at all.
I’m a huge sucker for cheesecake anything. I’ll eat it any way you give it to me…within reason, of course. Brownies and cheesecake are like PB and jam. Yummy on their own, but absolute perfection together.
I made this cheesecake for my family and it didn’t even last an hour! I swear the guys just devoured it before I could even snag a piece. I did, don’t you worry, but I had to hide it in the fridge under some paper towel.
Brownie Bottom Cheesecake Ingredients
You’ll only need FIVE ingredients to whip up this beauty.
- Brownie mix
- Cream cheese
- Eggs
- Sugar
- Vanilla
I used Betty Crocker Chocolate Chunk Brownie Mix in this recipe. I love the chocolate bits spread throughout for an extra decadent delight.
How to Make Brownie Bottom Cheesecake
Start by mixing the brownies from the package according to the directions on the box. You’ll likely need an egg, oil and water. Spread the brownie mixture on the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan that you’ve greased with cooking spray.
Bake for 30 minutes at 350F. I recommend placing the springform pan on top of a baking sheet just incase anything leaks.
At the 30 minute mark, your brownies should be cooked thoroughly and set in the pan. You can use a tester and it should come with just a few dry crumbs attached to it for the perfect brownie consistency.
It’s important to note that the brownie will not cook any longer once the cream cheese mixture is added to it. Bake the brownies as if you’d be baking them and eating them by itself.
The bake time may change depending on the brownie mix you choose. Check the box directions and see what it says to bake with a 9×9 pan and use that time. Most boxes are around 30 minutes.
Add the cream cheese, eggs, sugar and vanilla to a large bowl. Beat together until smooth.
Spread the cream cheese mixture on top of the baked brownie mixture. The brownie does not need to cool before adding the cheesecake mixture.
Reduce the heat to 325F and bake for another 50 minutes. The cheesecake should be set and starting to become golden on the edges. It will be jiggly in the pan.
Remove from the oven and let cool completely before releasing the springform pan. I let mine cool a few hours.
Drizzle with some chocolate ice cream sundae sauce or whipped cream, if you wish!
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Can You Freeze Cheesecake
Yes, you can! Wrap it in either foil or plastic wrap first and keep it for up to 6 weeks in the freezer. Thaw before you serve.
Freezing cheesecake is a great way to always have dessert on hand if you have visitors or get a craving for sweets.
Cheesecake Recipes
We love our cheesecake! Check out these other sweet recipes:
- Pecan Pie Cheesecake – Creamy cheesecake filling is topped by a sweet layer of caramel pecans. This easy dessert recipe is one for the record books!
- Cappuccino Cheesecake – Rich creamy cappuccino flavoured cheesecake filling is nestled on top of a chocolate Oreo crumb crust.
- Peanut Butter Cheesecake Brownies – A rich fudgy brownie layer is topped by a smooth peanut butter cheesecake filling. This dessert tastes out of this world!
- White Chocolate Pumpkin Cheesecake – Ultra smooth, creamy and perfectly rich, this cheesecake will quickly become a family favourite!
- Saint Lucian Chocolate Cheesecake – This might be the best cheesecake you’ve ever tried! It’s mind-blowing, perfect and just the right amount of sweetness.
You’ll also want to try Slutty Brownies, Caramel Pecan Cheesecake, Salted Caramel Brownies, Black Forest Cheesecake, Twix Cheesecake, Strawberry Cheesecake Bars and Disappearing Marshmallow Brownies.
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Ingredients
- 1 box brownie mix 440g/15.25oz box
- 2 packages cream cheese 250g/8oz packages, softened
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Mix brownies from package according to package directions. Spread mixture on the bottom of a 9-inch greased springform pan.
- Bake the brownie mixture for 30 minutes. Remove from oven.
- Add cream cheese, eggs, sugar and vanilla to a large bowl. Beat together until smooth. Spread on top of baked brownie mixture.
- Reduce heat to 325°F. Bake for 50 minutes or until the cheesecake is set and jiggly.
- Let cool completely before removing from pan. Serve with chocolate sauce, if desired.
Notes
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If baked in a 9×13 pan, would the
cheesecake batter need to be doubled?
What about baking time?
I haven’t tried it in a 9×13 pan, but it should work. For the cheesecake layer, you could keep the same measurements and have a thinner layer OR double it. If you double the cheesecake, keep an eye on it in the oven because it will likely need longer to bake.
Good simple recipe. Really good if cooled then eaten but once put in the fridge the brownie bottom gets hard and is hard to cut through.
How long to cool
I let mine cool a few hours. I think around 2 to 3 should be fine.
Could this be made in a 9X13 pan?
I haven’t tested it in a 9×13 pan so I’m not sure! I think it would still work. You might need to adjust the measurements and baking time a little though.
There have been a lot of changes to this recipe since I printed months ago. The recipe I had doesn’t say to bake the brownie mixture before adding cream cheese mixture. The baking time is also different. Mine says to bake a 350 for 30 minutes then reduce heat to 325 and bake for an additional 15 minutes which ended up be overbaked but still yummy. Just wondering if this new version is correct?
Yes, the new version has been tested multiple times by different people and is correct. Too many people were having issues with the first version so I hired people to help me figure it out. Sorry for any confusion!
Does this need to be refrigerated?
Yes, refrigerate any uneaten portions.
Does this need to be refrigerated because of the cheesecake?
Do I have to use a spring form pan?
You could use a 9 inch square baking pan. I like the springform pan because of the shape and it’s easier to cut.
Brownie bottom did not bake even though I followed your recipe. Cheesecake part was perfect though. Maybe the brownie should be par-baked first?
The recipe says to bake the brownie bottom for 30 minutes at 350 first, before adding the cream cheese mixture. Hope this helps.
I don’t know if they’ve updated the recipe since your post but step#3 says to bake the brownie. I haven’t made this but I was concerned about the brownie being too done after baking for 30 minutes then an additional 50 minutes.
Does the pan need to be oiled?
Yes, I grease the pan.
Can this be frozen after baking?
This has a great taste and is easy. I do suggest baking the brownie section first for about 15-20 min, then adding the cream cheese mixture. Reason for this is the brownie mixture was very undercooked. Great recipe. Thanks for sharing!
I wish I had read the reviews first before making this. Tastes good but brownie very undercooked and not the brownie constancy. Wish I had cooked longer. The brownie needs to be precooked.
Before I baked this, I really questioned the time. I did not feel it would be enough, and sure enough it wasn’t. I baked it last night, took it out, let it cool and then put it in the fridge overnight. When I cut into it this morning, the brownie was very undercooked. Gooey. Will we still eat it? Probably, as I hate to just throw out something like that. I wish I had pre-baked the brownie for at least 15 to 20 minutes before putting the cheesecake batter on. My cheesecake top also cracked tremendously. That could be because the brownie was still not done and it made the cheesecake fall when removed. Would I make it again? Eh, I don’t know. I like the concept but the cheesecake batter seemed to need something and of course I would certainly change up the bake time.
I’ve been baking mine now twice as long as the instructions and it’s still runny.
Mine was runny when I pulled it out of the oven so I’m guessing needs to be in there longer than what called for.
I have made this several times. It is super easy and delicious. I serve it with whipped cream and strawberries (cut up with added sugar). It is very good. I do cook the brownie bottom a bit first though, before I add the cream cheese mixture.
How long did you cook the brownie before adding the cream cheese mixture?
How do you make the chocolate sauce?
You can use storebought sauce or I have a recipe here too https://www.simplystacie.net/2018/07/hot-fudge-sauce/
What r the ingredients for the cheesecake itself does not give the amount of sugar or vanilla
How long can it sit in the refrigerator before it goes bad? Also how long does it have to cool down for from coming out of the over before placing in the refrigerator.
I wouldn’t keep it any longer than 3 days in the fridge. Let it cool down completely to room temperature before putting it in there.
Takes at least 15 mins longer to cook. At least. The cheesecake is so mild it is barely a cheesecake. This dessert is basic at best.