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Cheesecake Birthday Cake – Chocolatey, Creamy, and So Good

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This Brownie Cheesecake Birthday Cake features a fudgy brownie base topped with a creamy vanilla cheesecake layer and optional ganache — a festive, layered dessert made for chocolate lovers.

Ingredients

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Brownie Base:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

  • 1 cup granulated sugar

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour

  • 1/4 tsp salt

Cheesecake Layer:

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened

  • 2/3 cup sugar

  • 1/3 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 2 large eggs

Ganache (optional):

  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate, chopped

  • 1 tbsp butter (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line and grease a 9-inch springform pan.

  • Mix brownie ingredients, pour into pan, and bake for 20–22 minutes. Cool slightly.

  • Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add sour cream, vanilla, then eggs.

  • Pour cheesecake over brownie layer. Bake in water bath for 45–55 minutes.

  • Cool in oven for 1 hour, then chill for 4+ hours or overnight.

  • For ganache, pour hot cream over chocolate and stir smooth. Spread over chilled cake.

  • Decorate with whipped cream, sprinkles, or fruit as desired.

Notes

  • Use high-quality chocolate and room temp cream cheese.

  • Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 5 days.

  • Best served chilled or slightly room temp.

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