Loaded Caramel Pecan Brownie Cheesecake Cup
The Loaded Caramel Pecan Brownie Cheesecake Cup is a decadent layered dessert combining fudgy brownies, creamy cheesecake, crunchy pecans, and buttery caramel into a perfectly portioned cup. This treat offers a harmonious blend of textures and flavors—chocolatey, nutty, sweet, and creamy—ideal for parties, celebrations, or any indulgent moment.
- Prep Time: 15-20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour (including chilling)
- Yield: 6-8 individual cups
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (if using gluten-free brownie mix)
Ingredients
Brownie Base
- Brownie mix or homemade batter (enough to fill muffin tin halfway)
- Butter (amount as per brownie recipe)
Cheesecake Filling
- Cream cheese (room temperature, quantity depends on serving size; typically 8 oz per 6-8 cups)
- Sugar (about 1/2 cup)
- Eggs (2 large)
- Vanilla extract (1 teaspoon)
Toppings
- Caramel sauce (generous drizzle per cup, about 2 tbsp per serving)
- Chopped pecans (about 2 tbsp per cup)
Instructions
- Prepare the Brownie Base: Mix your brownie batter according to package instructions or homemade recipe. Grease muffin tin or individual cups. Spoon brownie batter into each cup, filling about halfway.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: Beat room-temperature cream cheese with sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps for a silky texture.
- Layer the Cheesecake Over Brownies: Gently spoon the cheesecake mixture over the brownie base in each cup, spreading carefully with a small spoon or spatula to maintain distinct layers.
- Add Caramel and Pecans: Drizzle caramel sauce generously over the cheesecake layer in each cup, then sprinkle chopped pecans evenly on top for texture and flavor contrast.
- Bake and Cool: Bake in a preheated oven at 325°F (165°C) for 25-30 minutes until the cheesecake is set but slightly jiggly in the center. Allow cups to cool completely, then chill in the refrigerator before serving.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese to ensure a smooth filling without lumps.
- Do not overbake; a slight jiggle in the center ensures a creamy texture after chilling.
- Coarsely chop pecans for more texture and better bite presence.
- Choose high-quality caramel sauce, store-bought or homemade, for best flavor.
- Serve chilled to enhance creaminess and flavor melding.
- For portion control and presentation, individual cups are ideal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: Approx. 350-400 kcal
- Sugar: 25-30g
- Sodium: 150-200mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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