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Decadent Mini Cheesecakes with a Fudgy Brownie Bottom


  • Author: mia-harper
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 mini cheesecakes 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These mini cheesecakes combine a fudgy brownie base with creamy cheesecake topping, perfect for parties or cozy nights in.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup brownie mix
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1 egg
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup fresh fruit or chocolate for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a bowl, mix the brownie mix, melted butter, and 1 egg until well combined.
  3. Spoon the brownie mixture into the bottom of each cupcake liner, filling them about 1/3 full. Bake for 10-12 minutes.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and 2 eggs until smooth.
  5. Add the sour cream to the mixture and mix until fully incorporated.
  6. Spoon the cream cheese mixture over the cooled brownie layer until the cups are about 3/4 full.
  7. Bake the mini cheesecakes for an additional 15-18 minutes until the tops are set.
  8. Allow the cheesecakes to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
  9. Top with fresh fruit or chocolate if desired.

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or freeze for up to a month.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cheesecake
  • Calories: 190
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 23g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg