Description

This Caramel Cheesecake Brownie Trifle is a luscious layered dessert combining rich, fudgy brownies with creamy cheesecake filling and smooth caramel sauce. Perfect for parties or a special treat, this no-bake trifle features bite-sized brownie cubes layered with a fluffy cream cheese mixture, caramel drizzle, and optional toppings like nuts or chocolate chips for added texture and flavor.

Ingredients

Scale

Brownie Layer

1 box (18.3 oz) brownie mix
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
1/4 cup water

Cheesecake Filling

8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar

Additional Ingredients

1 jar (12 oz) caramel sauce
Optional toppings: chopped nuts or chocolate chips

Instructions

Make the Brownies: Preheat the oven according to the brownie mix package instructions. Prepare the brownie batter by combining the brownie mix, vegetable oil, eggs, and water in a bowl, mixing until just combined. Pour the batter into a square baking pan and bake until set and a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean. Allow brownies to cool completely before cutting into bite-sized cubes.
Prepare Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with granulated sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. In a separate chilled bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated and fluffy.
Assemble the Trifle: In a large trifle dish or individual serving glasses, create layers starting with half of the brownie cubes. Drizzle caramel sauce over the brownies, then spread half of the cheesecake filling evenly on top. Repeat the layers with the remaining brownie pieces, caramel sauce, and cheesecake filling to build the trifle.
Top and Chill: Finish the trifle with a final drizzle of caramel sauce and sprinkle optional toppings such as chopped nuts or chocolate chips for added crunch and flavor. Cover the trifle and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the layers to set and the flavors to meld before serving.

Notes

Ensure the brownies are completely cooled before cutting and layering to prevent the cheesecake filling from melting.
This dessert can be made a day ahead and kept refrigerated for convenience.
For a nut-free version, omit chopped nuts from the toppings.
Use a sturdy trifle dish or glasses to showcase the beautiful layered effect.
Adjust the amount of caramel sauce to taste depending on sweetness preference.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: caramel cheesecake brownie trifle, layered dessert, caramel brownie dessert, cheesecake trifle, easy party dessert, no bake cheesecake dessert