Loaded Brownie Cheesecake Cups (Ready-to-Print Version)

Brownie cups layered with smooth cheesecake, chocolate ganache, and caramel for an irresistible treat.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Cheesecake Filling

01 - 16 ounces full-fat cream cheese, softened to room temperature
02 - 2/3 cup powdered sugar, sifted
03 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
04 - 1 cup heavy whipping cream, well-chilled

→ Brownie Base and Layers

05 - 4 cups dense, fudgy brownie crumbs (from baked brownies, not cakey)
06 - 1/2 cup extra brownie crumbs, reserved for topping

→ Toppings

07 - 3/4 cup chocolate ganache (prepared from equal parts semisweet chocolate and heavy cream, melted and cooled slightly)
08 - 1/2 cup thick caramel sauce

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until the mixture is glossy and completely smooth with no lumps. Scrape down the bowl as needed for even blending.
02 - In a separate chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form. Avoid overbeating to prevent grainy texture.
03 - With a spatula, gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using broad, sweeping motions. Stop folding as soon as the components are combined to maintain the filling's light structure.
04 - Place 2 to 3 tablespoons of brownie crumbs into the bottom of each serving cup. Press the crumbs lightly to form a stable layer, avoiding excessive compression to prevent a hard base.
05 - Add a generous portion of cheesecake filling over the brownie base in each cup. Use a piping bag or spoon to fill, smoothing the surface.
06 - Drizzle a small amount of chocolate ganache and caramel sauce over the cheesecake layer to ensure pockets of intense flavor.
07 - Continue layering brownie crumbs, cheesecake filling, and drizzles in the same sequence for at least two full layers or until cups are filled to desired height.
08 - Sprinkle the reserved brownie crumbs over the top and drizzle extra chocolate ganache or caramel sauce for an appealing finish.
09 - Cover each assembled cup tightly with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set the layers and intensify the flavors before serving.

# Handy Tips:

01 - Use only full-fat block cream cheese brought to room temperature for a silky, stable filling.
02 - Prepare these dessert cups up to a day ahead and keep them covered in the refrigerator until serving.
03 - Dense, chewy brownies are best; avoid using cakey brownies for optimal texture and flavor in the crumb layers.
04 - Swap caramel sauce for berry compote or peanut butter for new flavor variations.
05 - For visual appeal, use clear glass cups to showcase the layers.

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