Description
This Decadent Salted Caramel Brownie Cheesecake Trifle is the ultimate layered dessert — combining fudgy brownies, creamy cheesecake filling, rich salted caramel sauce, and fluffy whipped cream. It’s a luxurious, crowd-pleasing treat perfect for holidays, parties, or any celebration.
Ingredients
- 1 box brownie mix (plus ingredients listed on the box)
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/4 cups salted caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt (plus extra for garnish)
- 1/2 cup crushed toffee bits or chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Brownies: Bake the brownies according to package directions. Allow them to cool completely, then cut into small cubes.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fluffy. In another bowl, whip the heavy cream and granulated sugar until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until light and airy.
- Assemble the Trifle: In a large trifle dish or glass bowl, layer half the brownie cubes at the bottom. Spread half of the cheesecake mixture over the brownies. Drizzle generously with salted caramel sauce and sprinkle with a pinch of flaky salt and toffee bits. Repeat layers until you reach the top, finishing with cheesecake layer and caramel drizzle. Garnish with a final sprinkle of sea salt and chopped nuts.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the layers to set and flavors to meld.
Notes
- Use homemade salted caramel for a richer, deeper flavor.
- Prepare individual trifles in cups or jars for easy portion control.
- Brownie pieces can be made a day in advance and stored in an airtight container.
- For a chocolate twist, add a layer of chocolate pudding between the brownies and cheesecake mixture.
- Prep Time: 25 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins (for brownies)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Layering
- Cuisine: American