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Loaded Brownie Cheesecake Cup

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Loaded Brownie Cheesecake Cups combine rich, fudgy brownies with smooth vanilla cheesecake in a convenient cupcake form. Packed with chocolate chips, cookies, and caramel, these handheld desserts are indulgent, versatile, and easy to make.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 28 minutes
  • Total Time: 2.5 hours
  • Yield: 12 cheesecake cups
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for cheesecake layer)
  • 1 egg (for cheesecake layer)
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for cheesecake layer)
  • 1 tbsp sour cream (optional)
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup crushed cookies, candy bits, or caramel sauce (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. Melt butter and mix with granulated and brown sugars until smooth. Beat in eggs and vanilla.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Stir into wet ingredients. Fold in chocolate chips.
  4. For the cheesecake layer, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, egg, vanilla, and sour cream (if using). Mix until creamy.
  5. Spoon brownie batter into the bottom of each muffin liner. Add a layer of cheesecake filling on top.
  6. Sprinkle with crushed cookies, candy bits, or a drizzle of caramel.
  7. Bake for 25–28 minutes until edges are set and centers are slightly jiggly. Cool completely.
  8. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

  • Chilling is essential for best texture—do not skip this step.
  • Try different toppings like peanut butter swirls, candy bars, or espresso powder for variations.
  • Use silicone muffin pans for easier removal if skipping liners.
  • Wrap and freeze for up to 2 months; thaw in the fridge before serving.

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