Caramel Swirl Cheesecake Brownies Recipe

Indulge in the ultimate dessert fusion: decadent peanut butter cheesecake swirled with rich caramel, all baked atop a fudgy brownie base! This 1994 Pillsbury Bake-Off winner is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Prep time includes chilling time. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 210 mins
Cook Time 165 mins
Calories 341.9 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 5.0 (7 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Caramel Swirl Cheesecake Brownies

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How to Make Caramel Swirl Cheesecake Brownies

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. Grease a 13x9-inch baking pan.
  3. In a large bowl, combine brownie base ingredients (see below). Beat until a dough forms.
  4. Press the brownie dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  5. In a separate large bowl, beat cream cheese (8oz) and 1/3 cup peanut butter until smooth.
  6. Add 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup sour cream, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  7. Beat until well combined.
  8. Add 2 large eggs one at a time, beating until just blended after each addition.
  9. Pour the cheesecake filling evenly over the brownie base.
  10. In a small saucepan, combine 14 oz caramels and 3 tablespoons whipping cream.
  11. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until caramels are melted and smooth.
  12. Spoon dollops of caramel sauce randomly over the cheesecake filling.
  13. Use a knife to create a swirl effect by pulling the knife through the batter in wide curves. Rotate the pan and repeat.
  14. Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges are lightly golden brown.
  15. Cool completely in the pan for 30 minutes.
  16. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
  17. Just before serving, whip 1/2 cup whipping cream with 2 tablespoons powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
  18. Pipe or spoon whipped cream onto each serving for garnish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

103g

Fat

47g

Carbs

11g