Caramel Cheesecake Brownies

Submitted by appetizerqueen

"These are rich, delicious little bites. When I ask "what can I bring", well, this is generally what is highly requested."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 20mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Yields: 36 brownies

ingredients

• 1 (8 ounce) package brownie mix
• 3 eggs
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 (14 ounce) bag caramels (the wrapped squares)
• 1 (5 ounce) can evaporated milk
• 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese
• 1⁄2 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla

directions

1. Mix together the brownie mix, ONE egg and water in medium bowl.
2. Spread mixture into greased 9 x 9 baking dish. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes.
3. unwrap caramels and place in saucepan with evaporated milk. Stir frequently over low heat until smooth and melted. Pour over brownie crust.
4. Beat cream cheese, vanilla, and sugar. Add the 2 remaining eggs and mix well. Pour over caramel.
5. Bake 40 minutes, 350 degrees.
6. Chill one hour.
7. Cut into squares and serve.
8. top with additional caramel or chocolate sauce.

Reviews

[PurpleSpringer]

Just realized I screwed up my original review. I did use 3 eggs, not 1.

 

[C Dubb]

Took it to work and everyone loved it. They want more. Also used the Reese's peanut butter brownie mix and it turned out amazing

 

[pdxabcd]

I had no problem with this. I used a 1/2 box of Betty Crocker brownie mix (I think it was "rich and creamy", or "chocolate chunk"). I took these to a potluck and was asked for the recipe numerous times. These are very rich so cutting them into small squares is good. I am so glad I found this recipe and this site. I will use both a great deal.

 

[Laura O.]

I did not have much luck with these. Then again, I do not do well with recipes consisting of layers prepared and cooked separately, like those Jello desserts with different colored layers. My bottom brownie layer turned out hard and porous like a lava rock! It's probably my fault because I used an 8 x 8 pan and a large box of Brownie mix because I couldn't find the small Jiffy kind.

 

[mandabears]

made these for pot luck at work. there was a great taste contrast between the cheesecake, caramel and brownie layers. rich and goeey and easy to make. the only substition i made was to use low fat cream cheese. thanks for a great recipe, appetizerqueen! i will definitely make these again and again.