Description
No-bake brownie batter cheesecake merges chocolate dreams with creamy indulgence. Rich layers showcase classic dessert flavors that invite quick preparation and delightful celebration without traditional baking techniques.
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 oz (680 g) cream cheese, softened
- 3 cups dry brownie mix
- 2 ½ cups (225 g) chocolate baking crumbs (from Oreo cookies)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 6 tbsps unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 3 tbsps heavy whipping cream
- 3 tsp vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 tbsps dry brownie mix
- 4 tbsps heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Pan Preparation: Lightly grease a 9-inch springform pan, ensuring a clean surface for the crust.
- Crust Formation: Combine chocolate baking crumbs with melted butter, pressing firmly into the pan’s bottom and sides to create a sturdy chocolate base.
- Cream Cheese Whipping: Utilize an electric mixer to transform cream cheese into a light, airy texture, blending in granulated sugar until achieving a silky-smooth consistency.
- Mixture Enhancement: Fold in heavy whipping cream and vanilla extract, incorporating dry brownie mix to develop a rich, velvety cheesecake filling.
- Assembly and Chilling: Evenly distribute the filling over the chocolate crust, smoothing the surface, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours to ensure complete setting.
- Topping Preparation: Chill a mixing bowl and whisk, then whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until forming luxurious, stiff peaks.
- Brownie Batter Glaze: Whisk dry brownie mix with vegetable oil and heavy whipping cream, creating a silky drizzle with adjustable consistency.
- Final Presentation: Carefully release the cheesecake from the springform pan, adorn with piped whipped cream, and elegantly drizzle the brownie batter glaze for a stunning finish.
Notes
- Prevent Cracking: Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature to achieve a smooth, crack-free cheesecake texture and avoid lumps during mixing.
- Crust Stability: Press the chocolate crumb mixture firmly and evenly into the pan, creating a compact base that holds together when slicing and serving.
- Chilling Technique: Allow the cheesecake to set for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to develop deeper flavors and achieve the perfect creamy consistency.
- Gluten-Free Adaptation: Substitute regular brownie mix with a gluten-free version and use gluten-free chocolate crumbs to make the recipe suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 46 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg