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Milky Way Caramel Cheesecake Brownies

Decadent triple-layer brownies combining fudgy chocolate, creamy cheesecake, gooey caramel, and chunks of Milky Way candy bars for the ultimate indulgent dessert.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 16 brownies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter 1 stick
  • 8 oz semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate chopped
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar packed
  • 3 large eggs for brownie layer
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for brownie layer
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar for cheesecake layer
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for cheesecake layer
  • 1 large egg for cheesecake layer
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 Milky Way candy bars chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/4 cup caramel sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 1 tablespoon heavy cream optional, for smoother caramel

Equipment

  • 9x9-inch baking pan
  • parchment paper
  • medium saucepan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • whisk
  • Knife or toothpick for swirling

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium saucepan, melt butter and chopped chocolate over medium heat, stirring occasionally until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until glossy. Stir in the melted chocolate mixture.
  4. Sift the flour, salt, and baking powder into the bowl and mix until just combined. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread into an even layer.
  5. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and egg, beating until fully combined. Stir in the sour cream until smooth.
  6. Gently spoon the cheesecake mixture over the brownie base, spreading evenly with a spatula.
  7. Gently press chopped Milky Way pieces into the cheesecake layer, distributing them evenly.
  8. Drizzle caramel sauce over the top and swirl gently with a knife or toothpick using figure-eight motions to create a marbled effect.
  9. Bake for 35-40 minutes, until the brownie layer is set and a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs. The cheesecake layer should have a slight jiggle in the middle.
  10. Let the brownies cool in the pan for 15-20 minutes, then transfer to the refrigerator to cool completely for at least 1 hour before slicing.
  11. Slice into 16 squares using a hot, dry knife (run under hot water and wipe clean between cuts). Serve cold or at room temperature, optionally drizzled with extra caramel sauce.

Notes

Substitute Milky Way with Snickers, Twix, or Rolos for different flavor variations. Can use milk chocolate, dark chocolate, or white chocolate instead of semi-sweet. These brownies taste even better after chilling overnight as the flavors meld together.