Loaded Brownie Cheesecake Cups

why make this recipe

This treat mixes rich brownies and creamy cheesecake in one bite. It is easy to make with a box mix and a few simple ingredients. Kids and adults both like the gooey center, chocolate, caramel, and chopped candy on top.

introduction

Loaded Brownie Cheesecake Cups are small brownie cups filled with a cream cheese layer and chopped candy. You bake them in a muffin tin. After they cool, you top them with chocolate, caramel, and whipped cream. They look fancy but do not take long to make.

how to make Loaded Brownie Cheesecake Cups

Follow the simple steps below. You use a brownie box mix for a fast base. A creamy cheesecake layer goes in the middle. Add chopped Snickers or your favorite candy bars for a crunchy, sweet bite.

Ingredients :

• 1 Egg, large
• 1 Caramel sauce
• 1 Chocolate sauce
• 1 box Brownie mix
• 1/4 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• 1 Whipped cream, homemade or canned
• 225 g Cream cheese
• 1 Snickers or your favorite candy bars

Directions :

1. Preheat oven according to brownie mix package instructions. Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. Prepare brownie mix as directed, adding in the egg, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract.
3. Fill the muffin cups halfway with the brownie batter.
4. In a bowl, mix cream cheese with a bit of sugar and vanilla until smooth.
5. Spoon cream cheese mixture over brownie batter in the muffin cups.
6. Add chopped Snickers or candy bars on top of the cream cheese layer, then cover with more brownie batter.
7. Bake according to brownie mix instructions or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
8. Let cool, then drizzle with chocolate and caramel sauces and top with whipped cream before serving.

how to serve Loaded Brownie Cheesecake Cups

Serve at room temperature or slightly warm. Drizzle extra chocolate and caramel on top. Add a dollop of whipped cream before serving. These are good on a dessert plate or on a small paper liner for parties.

how to store Loaded Brownie Cheesecake Cups

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Let them come to room temperature a bit before eating for best texture. You can freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw in the fridge before serving.

tips to make Loaded Brownie Cheesecake Cups

• Do not overfill the cups. Leave room for the cream cheese layer.
• Chill the cream cheese mix a little before spooning to keep layers neat.
• Check doneness with a toothpick in the brownie part, not the cream cheese.
• Use room-temperature cream cheese for an easy, smooth mix.

variation (if any)

• Use different candy bars like Twix, Milky Way, or Reese’s.
• Add chopped nuts for crunch.
• Swap caramel or chocolate sauce for peanut butter or fudge sauce.
• Make mini versions in a mini muffin tin for bite-size treats.

FAQs

Q: Can I make the cream cheese layer ahead?
A: Yes. You can make it a day ahead and keep it covered in the fridge.

Q: Do I need to bake longer because of the cream cheese?
A: Bake as the brownie mix says. Check with a toothpick. If it needs more time, add a few minutes.

Q: Can I use homemade brownie batter instead of a box mix?
A: Yes. Use your favorite brownie recipe and follow the same layering steps.

Q: How do I stop the tops from cracking?
A: Do not overmix the batter and do not overbake. Let them cool slowly for fewer cracks.

Conclusion

For the full recipe and a step-by-step page you can view here: Loaded Brownie Cheesecake Cups.

Loaded Brownie Cheesecake Cups

A delicious dessert that combines rich brownies with a creamy cheesecake layer topped with chocolate, caramel, and chopped candy.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Servings: 12 cups

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 300

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Brownie Base

• 1 box Brownie mix Use your favorite box brownie mix.
• 1 large Egg At room temperature for better mixing.
• 1/4 cup Granulated sugar For added sweetness.
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract Enhances flavor.

Cheesecake Layer

• 225 g Cream cheese Make sure it's at room temperature.
• 1 Snickers or favorite candy bars Chopped For topping; can use any candy.

Toppings

• 1 bottle Caramel sauce For drizzling.
• 1 bottle Chocolate sauce For drizzling.
• 1 can Whipped cream Homemade or canned.

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat oven according to brownie mix package instructions. Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. Prepare brownie mix as directed, adding in the egg, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract.
3. Fill the muffin cups halfway with the brownie batter.

Cream Cheese Layer

1. In a bowl, mix cream cheese with a bit of sugar and vanilla until smooth.
2. Spoon cream cheese mixture over brownie batter in the muffin cups.
3. Add chopped Snickers or candy bars on top of the cream cheese layer, then cover with more brownie batter.

Baking

1. Bake according to brownie mix instructions or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
2. Let cool, then drizzle with chocolate and caramel sauces and top with whipped cream before serving.

Notes

Do not overfill the cups. Chill the cream cheese mix for neater layers. Check doneness using a toothpick in the brownie part, not the cream cheese. Use room-temperature cream cheese for an easier mix.