Cheesecake Topping for Brownies or Cakes
Transform your favorite brownies or cakes into an irresistibly decadent dessert with this creamy cheesecake topping! Made with velvety cream cheese, a touch of vanilla, and just the right amount of sweetness, this easy topping brings a luscious, tangy contrast to rich chocolatey bases or other sweet treats. Requiring just five simple ingredients and 10 minutes of prep time, it’s incredibly quick to whip up, making it perfect for last-minute upgrades to your baked goods. Whether you’re looking to enhance a classic brownie recipe or elevate a simple cake, this cheesecake topping bakes to perfection—soft, creamy, and slightly golden at the edges. Serve it chilled for a rich, melt-in-your-mouth experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 226 grams cream cheese
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 unit large egg
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, add the cream cheese and granulated sugar. Use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat the ingredients on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the vanilla extract and the egg to the mixture. Continue beating on low to medium speed until fully incorporated. Scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure everything is well combined.
Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the mixture and gently fold it in using a spatula until no streaks of flour remain.
If using with brownies or cakes, pour the prepared cheesecake topping over the partially baked or fully prepared base layer, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Bake as directed in the recipe for your brownies or cake, or until the cheesecake topping is set and slightly golden around the edges.
Allow the dessert to cool completely before slicing and serving for the best texture and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1093 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.6 g | 106% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.2 g | 236% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 414 mg | 138% | |
| Sodium | 781 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.1 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.4 g | ||
| Protein | 21.0 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 249 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 384 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
