Cheesecake

I first made this caramel brownie cheesecake for a holiday potluck and it vanished faster than I could slice it. It’s a two-texture crowd-pleaser: fudgy brownie base topped with a silky, lightly tangy cheesecake and ribbons of warm caramel. If you like desserts that combine rich chocolate with a buttery-sweet topping, this is the kind of show-stopping yet straightforward dessert to keep in your repertoire. If you enjoy unexpected flavor contrasts in a meal, you might also appreciate a savory counterpart like the caramelized soy chicken in garlic-ginger broth I linked for inspiration. Why you’ll love this dish This recipe … Learn more