Description
Rich, indulgent, and eye-catching, this Hot Fudge Sundae Brownie Cheesecake is a dessert dream come true. With a fudgy brownie base, creamy cheesecake center, and classic sundae toppings like warm fudge, whipped cream, cherries, and chocolate chunks, it’s the perfect treat for any special occasion. This easy dessert combines the best of both worlds—cheesecake and a hot fudge sundae—in one stunning creation. Ideal for birthdays, dinner parties, or when you’re craving next-level dessert ideas, this easy recipe is sure to impress. If you’re on the hunt for food ideas, quick dessert recipes, or memorable dinner ideas, bookmark this one now!
Ingredients
1 box brownie mix (or equivalent homemade brownie batter)
16 oz cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 large eggs
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 cup chocolate fudge sauce
1 cup whipped cream
6 maraschino cherries
1/2 cup chopped milk chocolate or chocolate shavings
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan or line the bottom with parchment paper.
2. Prepare brownie batter according to package or homemade recipe and pour into the prepared pan.
3. Bake the brownie base for 20–25 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool completely.
4. Reduce oven temperature to 325°F (160°C). In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
5. Add sugar and vanilla, mixing well. Beat in eggs one at a time, then fold in heavy cream.
6. Pour the cheesecake mixture over the cooled brownie base and smooth the top.
7. Place the pan in a water bath and bake for 50–60 minutes, until center is just set.
8. Turn off oven, crack the door open, and let the cheesecake cool for 1 hour.
9. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
10. When ready to serve, top with whipped cream, drizzle with warm fudge, sprinkle chocolate, and add cherries.
Notes
Make sure your cream cheese is fully softened before mixing to avoid lumps.
A water bath is essential for even baking and preventing cracks.
Add sundae toppings just before serving to keep everything fresh and vibrant.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 85 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 125mg