Hot Fudge Sundae Brownie Cheesecake

Ingredients: For the Brownie Base: ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted 1 cup sugar 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder ½ cup all-purpose flour ¼ teaspoon salt 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For the Cheesecake Filling: 32 oz (4 packages) cream cheese, softened to room temperature 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar 4 large eggs, room temperature ½ cup sour cream 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour For the Topping: 1 cup Hot Fudge Sauce (warmed) ½ cup Caramel Sauce 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream (whipped with 2 tbsp sugar) or Cool Whip Chopped chocolate bars (e.g., Hershey's, Snickers, or KitKat) Optional: Chopped nuts or a cherry on top Instructions: Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan generously. Make Brownie Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter and 1 cup sugar. Stir in the cocoa powder, ½ cup flour, salt, vanilla, and 2 eggs until smooth and glossy. Bake Base: Pour the brownie batter into the springform pan. Bake for 20-25 minutes. It should be set on top. Remove from oven and reduce temperature to 325°F (160°C). Make Cheesecake Batter: While the brownie bakes, beat the 4 packages of cream cheese and 1 ¼ cups sugar in a large bowl until completely smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides. Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the sour cream, vanilla, and 2 tbsp flour. Add the 4 eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed just until blended. Do not overmix. Assemble: Pour the cheesecake batter gently over the warm brownie crust. Smooth the top. Bake: Bake at 325°F for 60-75 minutes. The edges should be puffy and set, but the center should still have a slight jiggle (like set gelatin). Cool: Turn off the oven and crack the door open. Let the cheesecake cool inside the oven for 1 hour. This prevents cracking. Chill: Remove the ring and refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 6 hours, or overnight, to set completely. Decorate: Before serving, spread the whipped cream over the top. Drizzle generously with warmed hot fudge and caramel sauce. Scatter chopped chocolate chunks over the top. ⏰ Prep Time: 30 minutes ⏱️ Cook Time: 1 hour 40 minutes ⏳ Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes (+ 6 hours chilling) 🍜 Kcal: 680 kcal per slice 🍽️ Servings: 12 slices If you enjoyed this recipe 🍰, don't hesitate to leave a like 👍 or a Super Thanks 💲 to support the channel! It is always appreciated 🚀