Decadent individual desserts with layers of fudgy brownie, creamy cheesecake, and all the toppings!
Makes: 6-8 cups
Prep Time: 20 mins | Bake Time: 25 mins | Chill Time: 2+ hours
Ingredients
Brownie Layer
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½ cup (1 stick / 113g) unsalted butter, melted
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½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
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½ cup (100g) brown sugar
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1 large egg
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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⅓ cup (40g) cocoa powder
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½ cup (60g) all-purpose flour
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¼ tsp salt
Cheesecake Layer
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8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
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¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
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1 large egg
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½ tsp vanilla extract
Toppings (Mix & Match!)
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Hot fudge or chocolate ganache
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Caramel sauce
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Whipped cream
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Crushed Oreos
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Mini chocolate chips
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Salted peanuts or pretzels
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Fresh berries
Instructions
1. Prep & Brownie Layer
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with parchment liners or grease well.
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Make brownie batter: Whisk melted butter, sugars, egg, and vanilla. Sift in cocoa, flour, and salt; mix until just combined.
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Divide batter into cups (fill ½ full).
2. Cheesecake Layer
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Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add egg and vanilla; mix until creamy.
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Spoon over brownie batter, leaving a tiny gap at the top.
3. Bake & Cool
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Bake 20-25 mins until cheesecake is set but slightly jiggly.
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Cool completely, then chill 2+ hours (or overnight).
4. Load ‘Em Up!
Top each cup with:
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A drizzle of hot fudge and caramel
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A dollop of whipped cream
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A sprinkle of Oreos, mini chips, and peanuts
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A pinch of sea salt (optional)
Pro Tips
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Gooey brownies: Underbake slightly (toothpick should have crumbs).
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Easy removal: Freeze cups for 10 mins before peeling liners.
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Make ahead: Store chilled (topped or untapped) for 3 days.
Serving Suggestion
Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate indulgence! 😍