Coupes brownie cheesecake garnies (Printer-Friendly Version)
Brownies et cheesecake crémeux avec caramel et chocolat en verrines, parfaits pour partager ou satisfaire une envie sucrée.
# What You'll Need:
→ Brownie Layer
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2 cups crumbled fudgy brownies (use homemade or store-bought, avoid cakey brownies)
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Additional brownie crumbs for topping
→ Cheesecake Filling
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8 ounces full-fat cream cheese, softened to room temperature
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1/2 cup powdered sugar, sifted
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
→ Ganache and Garnishes
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1/2 cup chocolate ganache (made with 1/4 cup chopped dark or semisweet chocolate and 1/4 cup heavy cream)
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1/4 cup thick caramel sauce, plus extra for final drizzle
# Step-by-Step Preparation:
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In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together using a mixer until smooth, glossy, and lump-free, scraping down the sides as needed.
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In a separate chilled bowl, whisk heavy whipping cream with a hand mixer on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form. Do not overmix.
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Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture with a spatula, mixing only until just blended for a light, airy texture.
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Spoon 2 to 3 tablespoons of crumbled brownies into the bottom of each serving cup, pressing lightly to form an even layer.
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Add a thick dollop of cheesecake filling over the brownie base in each cup. Use a spoon or piping bag to smooth the surface.
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Drizzle a small amount of chocolate ganache and caramel sauce over the cheesecake layer for added richness.
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Add another layer of brownie crumbs, followed by additional cheesecake filling and a final drizzle of ganache and caramel. Repeat as space allows or for desired layer effect.
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Finish each cup with extra brownie crumbs and a final drizzle of chocolate ganache or caramel sauce.
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Cover each assembled cup with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least one hour to set the layers before serving.
# Additional Tips:
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For the smoothest cheesecake texture, always beat the cream cheese thoroughly before folding in whipped cream. Assemble up to 1 day ahead and chill until serving; final drizzles are best added just before presenting.
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Dense, shiny-topped brownies make the best base and hold their texture after chilling.