Decadent Brownie Bottom Cheesecake (Print-Friendly Version)

A rich brownie base layered with velvety cheesecake for the ultimate chocolate dessert.

# Ingredients List:

→ Brownie Base

01 - 1 box standard chocolate brownie mix
02 - 2 large eggs, fresh
03 - 120 ml vegetable oil (or substitute with melted butter)
04 - 60 ml water

→ Cheesecake Layer

05 - 225 g cream cheese, softened
06 - 100 g granulated sugar
07 - 2 large eggs, room temperature
08 - 5 ml pure vanilla extract

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 175°C. Grease a 23-cm springform pan thoroughly.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine brownie mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and water as directed on the package. Stir until a uniform batter forms.
03 - Pour the prepared brownie batter into the greased pan and bake for 30 minutes.
04 - In a separate bowl, beat softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then blend in vanilla extract.
05 - Carefully spread the cheesecake mixture over the baked brownie base. Reduce oven temperature to 163°C and bake for an additional 50 minutes until center is set.
06 - Allow the cheesecake to cool completely at room temperature before releasing from the pan. Chill thoroughly before slicing. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Optionally garnish with chocolate sauce or fresh berries.

# Extra Tips:

01 - For optimal flavor and texture, refrigerate until fully chilled before serving. Customize with your choice of toppings such as fresh berries, whipped cream, or chocolate drizzle.