Indulge in the rich layers of chocolate, cheesecake, and ganache!
This Triple Decker Brownies recipe is a chocolate lover’s dream.
Ingredients
For the brownie layer:
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp baking powder
For the cheesecake layer:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the chocolate ganache layer:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup heavy cream
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
Step 2: In a medium saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Stir in sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
Whisk in flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Mix well.
Step 3: Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly. Set aside the remaining batter.
Step 4: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
Spread this cheesecake mixture evenly over the brownie layer.
Step 5: Gently spread the remaining brownie batter over the cheesecake layer.
Don’t worry if it’s uneven; it will spread while baking.
Step 6: Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the brownie portion comes out with a few moist crumbs. Let cool.
Step 7: In a saucepan, heat heavy cream until just simmering. Remove from heat and stir in chocolate chips until smooth.
Allow ganache to cool slightly, then pour over cooled brownies and spread evenly.
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set ganache. Once set, slice into squares and enjoy!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Can I add chocolate chips to the brownie layer?
Yes, chocolate chips will add extra gooey texture and flavor to the brownies!
2. Can I use different types of chocolate for the ganache?
Yes, you can substitute semi-sweet chocolate with milk or dark chocolate for varying levels of sweetness.
3. Can I freeze these brownies?
Yes, you can freeze them for up to 2 months. Just make sure they are wrapped tightly in plastic wrap or stored in an airtight container.
4. How long do these brownies last?
These brownies will stay fresh in the fridge for up to 1 week.
5. Can I make the cheesecake layer dairy-free?
Yes, substitute the cream cheese with a dairy-free cream cheese option, and use non-dairy butter and milk as needed.
Triple Decker Brownies
Ingredients
For the brownie layer:
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp baking powder
For the cheesecake layer:
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the chocolate ganache layer:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Stir in sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth. Whisk in flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Mix well.
- Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly. Set aside the remaining batter.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- Spread this cheesecake mixture evenly over the brownie layer.
- Gently spread the remaining brownie batter over the cheesecake layer. Don’t worry if it’s uneven; it will spread while baking.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the brownie portion comes out with a few moist crumbs. Let cool.
- In a saucepan, heat heavy cream until just simmering. Remove from heat and stir in chocolate chips until smooth.
- Allow ganache to cool slightly, then pour over cooled brownies and spread evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set ganache. Once set, slice into squares and enjoy!
