Brownie Bottom Chocolate Cheesecake

 
Brownie Bottom Chocolate Cheesecake is a homemade brownie crust topped with a creamy and decadent chocolate cheesecake. Then homemade whipped cream is dolloped on to create a dessert that is sure to satisfy everyones sweet tooth! Its like getting two desserts in one! I also have a Brownie Bottom Cheesecake with a sweet sour cream topping you might love!
Ingredients Substitutions
Brownie Layer The brownie layer is half of the recipe for my French Silk Brownies which you will also have to try. If using a boxed brownie mix mix according to package instructions but pour only half the batter into the pan for the bottom layer. Use the rest for a half sheet of brownies.

Cocoa Powder You will need both Dutchprocessed cocoa powder and regular unsweetened cocoa powder for brownie bottom chocolate cheesecake. The Dutchprocessed cocoa is for the brownie layer while the regular unsweetened cocoa powder is for the chocolate cheesecake.
Chocolate Chips For the cheesecake filling I used milk chocolate chips. You could substitute semisweet chips if that is what you have on hand.
Whipped Topping After testing this recipe with chocolate ganache we decided to use whipped cream as the topping instead. The ganache was overpowering the cheesecake and brownie layers. However if you want even more chocolate in this dessert go ahead and add the ganache!
How To Store Brownie Bottom Chocolate Cheesecake
To store brownie bottom chocolate cheesecake cover the cheesecake and store it in the refrigerator for a day or two. If you tightly wrap the cheesecake in plastic wrap or store it in an airtight container it will last up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
Can I Freeze Cheesecake?
Yes! If you are not planning to eat the cheesecake within a few days freeze it. I recommend freezing the cheesecake without the whipped cream topping. You can quickly add it to the cheesecake when ready to serve. To freeze a cheesecake
Let the cheesecake cool completely Place the cheesecake uncovered in the freezer for about an hour. If you are keeping the cheesecake pie in the springform pan remove the sides of the pan After the hour in the freezer take the cheesecake off the pan you may have to pry it off with a knife and wrap it tightly in plastic wrap Place the wrapped cheesecake into a zipped freezer bag or wrap it in aluminum foil. Be sure to label and date the cheesecake. It should last up to 3 months in the freezer When ready to enjoy let the cheesecake thaw in the refrigerator overnight.
Brownie Bottom Chocolate Cheesecake
PREP TIME20MINUTES MINS
COOK TIME1HOUR HR 5MINUTES MINS
CHILLING TIME4HOURS HRS
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