Description
This cosmic brownie cheesecake is the perfect layered dessert for chocolate lovers. Featuring swirls of creamy cheesecake and topped with rainbow candy pieces, it’s fun, festive, and easy to make using a boxed brownie mix.
Ingredients
1 box chocolate brownie mix (plus ingredients listed on box)
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup mini rainbow candy-coated chocolate pieces (e.g., cosmic brownie topping)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
Prepare brownie batter as directed on the package.
In a bowl, beat softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth. Add egg, vanilla, and heavy cream; mix until creamy.
Spread half of the brownie batter into the pan. Drop spoonfuls of the cheesecake mixture over it. Add the rest of the brownie batter in dollops. Swirl gently with a knife.
Sprinkle rainbow candy pieces over the top.
Bake for 40–45 minutes, until the center is just set and edges pull from the pan.
Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
Use your favorite homemade brownie recipe for a personal touch.
Substitute rainbow candy with mini chocolate chips or festive sprinkles.
Store chilled for best texture; do not reheat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
