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Close up shot of individual Brownie Bottom Cheesecake Bites on a white platter.

Brownie Bottom Cheesecake Bites: The Ultimate Indulgent Mini Treat

These Brownie Bottom Cheesecake Bites feature a fudgy brownie base, a velvety cheesecake layer, and a glossy chocolate ganache drizzle. Perfect for parties, these bite-sized treats are as beautiful as they are delicious.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 24 bites
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 165
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Brownie Base
  • 1/2 cup (115g) Unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup (200g) Granulated sugar
  • 2 Large eggs room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) Pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup (45g) Unsweetened cocoa powder Dutch-processed preferred
  • 1/2 cup (65g) All-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1.5g) Fine sea salt
Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 oz (225g) Full-fat cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup (50g) Granulated sugar
  • 1 Large egg room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) Sour cream
Ganache & Garnish
  • 1/2 cup (90g) Semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) Heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons (20g) Mini semi-sweet chocolate chips for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Mini muffin tin or mini cheesecake pan
  • 2 Mixing bowls

Method
 

Prepare the Brownie Base
  1. Whisk melted butter and sugar. Add eggs and vanilla, then fold in cocoa, flour, and salt.
  2. Scoop 1 tbsp batter into each muffin tin cavity. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes.
Add Cheesecake Layer
  1. Beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add egg and sour cream on low speed.
  2. Spoon cheesecake over brownie bases. Reduce oven to 325°F (160°C) and bake for 15-18 minutes.
Finish and Garnish
  1. Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  2. Heat cream and pour over chocolate chips. Whisk until glossy and drizzle over bites. Sprinkle with mini chips.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for the cheesecake to ensure a smooth texture.
Wait until the bites are fully chilled before adding the ganache for the cleanest look.