Description
Caramel Cheesecake Brownie Trifle is an indulgent and layered dessert combining rich brownies, creamy caramel cheesecake, and whipped cream, perfect for any special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 cups whipped cream or whipped topping
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce, for drizzling
- 1/4 cup chocolate shavings or chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until well incorporated.
- Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Stir until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Let the brownies cool completely before cutting into small bite-sized pieces.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add caramel sauce, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then gently fold it into the caramel cheesecake mixture.
- In a trifle dish or individual serving glasses, start with a layer of brownie pieces.
- Add a generous layer of caramel cheesecake filling.
- Drizzle with caramel sauce.
- Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of whipped cream on top.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings, chopped pecans, and an extra drizzle of caramel sauce.
- Refrigerate the trifle for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve chilled and enjoy this rich and indulgent dessert!
Notes
- Ensure the brownies are completely cool before assembling the trifle.
- For added flavor, consider using flavored whipped cream.
- This dessert can be made a day in advance for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking and Assembling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 120mg