Mini Brownie Cheesecakes (Print)

Tiny treats with creamy cheesecake on a fluffy brownie foundation. Perfect for sharing or satisfying a smaller craving.

# Ingredients:

01 - 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter.
02 - 1 cup white sugar (for brownies).
03 - 2 eggs, large size (for brownies).
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla (for brownies).
05 - 1/3 cup cocoa powder, not sweetened.
06 - 1/2 cup plain flour.
07 - 1/4 teaspoon table salt.
08 - 1/4 teaspoon baking powder.
09 - 16 oz softened cream cheese.
10 - 1/2 cup white sugar (for cheesecake).
11 - 1 teaspoon vanilla (for cheesecake).
12 - 2 large eggs (for cheesecake).
13 - 1/4 cup sour cream.
14 - 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream.
15 - Optional: Shaved chocolate for decoration.
16 - Optional: Fresh berry toppings.

# Steps:

01 - Whisk together butter and sugar first. Stir in eggs and vanilla. Combine the dry stuff, then mix everything until smooth.
02 - Spoon brownie mix halfway into muffin tins. Bake at 325°F for about 10-12 minutes.
03 - Blend cream cheese and sugar till creamy. Add in vanilla, eggs, sour cream, and heavy cream, mixing well.
04 - Pour cheesecake layer on top of brownies. Bake for 20-25 minutes, leaving the center slightly wobbly.
05 - Turn off the oven and allow them to cool there for an hour. After, pop them in the fridge for four+ hours.
06 - Finish them off with chocolate or fruit if you'd like.

# Notes:

01 - Cooling slowly stops cracks from forming.
02 - You can prepare this a day or two in advance.
03 - Keeps well frozen for as long as 3 months.