Prepare to have your taste buds blown away by the most decadent dessert you'll ever experience! Imagine the rich, fudgy texture of classic brownies colliding with the creamy, caramel-like sweetness of dulce de leche and the tangy smoothness of cheesecake. This isn't just a dessert - it's a culinary masterpiece that will make you the star of any gathering, guaranteed to have everyone begging for your recipe. Whether you're a chocolate lover, a cheesecake fanatic, or simply someone who appreciates mind-blowing flavor combinations, these Dulce de Leche Cheesecake Brownies are about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs
Cuisine: American
Serves: 16 servings
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup dulce de leche
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing excess paper to hang over the sides for easy removal.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Remove from heat and whisk in sugar until well combined.
- Add eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, whisking thoroughly after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Sift together cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and salt. Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading evenly with a spatula.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and mix until fully incorporated.
- Gently warm the dulce de leche for easier spreading. Drop spoonfuls of dulce de leche and cream cheese mixture over the brownie batter.
- Use a knife to create swirl patterns by dragging it through the layers, creating a marbled effect.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from oven and let cool completely in the pan for about 1 hour.
- Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the brownies out of the pan. Cut into 16 equal squares.
- For best flavor, refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld and texture to set.
Tips
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure eggs and cream cheese are at room temperature for smoother mixing and better texture.
- Don't Overmix: When combining brownie batter, mix just until ingredients are incorporated to keep brownies tender.
- Swirling Technique: For beautiful marbling, use a knife or toothpick and drag gently through dulce de leche and cream cheese layers.
- Cooling is Crucial: Allow brownies to cool completely before cutting to get clean, neat squares.
- Chilling Enhances Flavor: Refrigerating for at least 2 hours helps flavors meld and provides a firmer, more luxurious texture.
- Storage Tip: These brownies can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 38g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Cholesterol: 75mg
