Description
These Loaded Brownie Cheesecake Cups are decadent mini desserts featuring a fudgy brownie base topped with creamy cheesecake, rich chocolate ganache, and your favorite toppings. Perfect for parties, holidays, or whenever you crave a bite-sized indulgence!
Ingredients
- 1 box brownie mix (plus ingredients listed on box)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts, candy bits, or crushed cookies (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners and lightly spray with nonstick spray.
- Prepare the brownie batter according to package instructions.
- Spoon about 1 1/2 tablespoons of brownie batter into each muffin cup and bake for 10 minutes. Remove from oven and gently press the centers down with a spoon to create a small well.
- In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, egg, vanilla, and sour cream until smooth and creamy.
- Fill each brownie cup with about 1 tablespoon of cheesecake mixture.
- Return to oven and bake for 12–14 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set but still slightly jiggly in the center. Cool completely.
- For the ganache: Heat heavy cream in a small saucepan or microwave until just simmering. Pour over chocolate chips and let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth.
- Spoon or drizzle the ganache over each cooled cheesecake cup.
- Top with chopped nuts, candy bits, or crushed cookies. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- Use homemade brownie batter if preferred for a richer flavor.
- Try topping with mini marshmallows, caramel drizzle, or fresh berries for variation.
- These cups can be made a day in advance and stored in the fridge.
- For a gluten-free option, use a gluten-free brownie mix.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American