Keto Brownie Cheesecake is the best of all possible worlds, combining fudgy low carb brownies and sugar-free vanilla cheesecake. It’s my most iconic keto dessert recipe, with good reason!
My famous Keto Brownie Cheesecake gets an update! It’s now easier to make and even lower in carbs. So you can feel free to dig in without concern.
And dig in you should! This recipe has been on my blog since 2013 and it’s adored by readers far and wide. Even folks who don’t follow a keto diet rave about it. I get asked to bring it to all sorts of parties and get togethers. And I’m always happy to oblige!
You really can’t go wrong when you combine fudgy brownies with creamy keto cheesecake. It’s an absolutely mouthwatering combination.
Why you need this recipe
This recipe really is a must make for any keto dessert lover. It starts with a base of my fudgy keto brownies, which is a bit of a departure from the original recipe. But it makes it extra easy and lowers the carb count per serving.
Then it’s topped off with a layer of vanilla cheesecake, and baked to creamy perfection. And the layers look absolutely stunning when you cut it into slices.
While making any cheesecake is a little time consuming, this recipe is quite straightforward and easy. If you’re new to keto baking, brownie cheesecake is a great place to start.
It freezes well, too, so you can practice portion control. And it has only 3.3g net carbs per serving. Yay!!!
Reader Testimonials
The keto brownie cheesecake is the absolute bomb!!!! Love the fudgy brownie base with the cheesecake top….. I think this is my favorite Keto dessert of all time! — Joanne
This was the first keto bakery by recipe I ever made, and it was instrumental in making me realize I really could do the keto lifestyle. Have made it many times since then with no disappointments along the way. My non-keto friends have been served this wonderful brownie cheesecake and loved it. Absolutely the best recipe Carolyn has created… in my humble opinion. Oh, yeah, it freezes well, too. — Marcia
NO DESSERT COULD TOP THIS. By far the BEST cheesecake I have ever had. Its mind-blowingly good. Nothing pairs better than a classic brownie cake with a rich cheesecake. OMG. I want moreeee. What would I do without you Carolyn? Your recipes are always a SUCCESS. Love you and your work. — Mandy
Ingredients you need
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- Butter: Use unsalted butter for best results.
- Almond flour: Make sure you are using finely ground almond flour for a fudgy brownie consistency. To make this nut-free, you can swap out with sunflower seed flour in the same quantity.
- Cocoa powder: I prefer Dutch process cocoa powder as it has a deeper, richer chocolate flavor. I try to use really quality brands like Rodelle or Ghirardelli because it bakes better. I don’t recommend raw cacao powder, as it doesn’t dissolve well into the wet ingredients.
- Eggs: Large eggs are the standard for baking.
- Swerve Sweetener: I recommend Swerve or another erythritol-based sweetener for this recipe. Using another sweetener will change the texture and consistency. Learn more about keto sweeteners here.
- Chopped nuts: This is optional, but I like to add some chopped walnuts or pecans into the brownie layer.
- Cream cheese: Use full fat cream cheese as low-fat contains fillers that high in carbohydrates.
- Heavy cream: A little heavy cream helps thin out the cheesecake layer and make it even creamier. You can also use sour cream.
- Pantry staples: Salt and vanilla extract
Step-by-step directions
1. Make the brownie base: In a large bowl, whisk together the butter, sweetener, eggs, and vanilla extract. Add the almond flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt and whisk until well combined. Thin the batter with a little water, if necessary.
2. Bake the brownies: Spread in a greased 9-inch springform pan and bake 15 to 20 minutes, until the edges are set but the center is still a little wet and soft. Let cool.
3. Prepare the cheesecake filling: In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese for two minutes, until very smooth. Beat in the sweetener until well combined. Then add the eggs, cream, and vanilla and beat until just combined.
4. Bake the cheesecake: Pour the filling over crust and spread evenly. Bake until the edges are set and the center still jiggles slightly when shaken, 35 to 45 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool.
5. Let cool completely: Let the cheesecake come to room temperature, then run a knife around edges to loosen and remove the sides of pan.
6. Refrigerate: Cover the cheesecake with plastic wrap and refrigerate until completely set, at least 3 hours.
Expert tips and FAQs
Don’t over cook the brownie base: You don’t want the brownie base to be too firm after the first time it is baked, because it will dry out more. It should be semi-cooked, since you will be baking it a second time with the cheesecake filling.
A little jiggle is a good thing. You know your cheesecake is done when it’s mostly set but the center still jiggles slightly when you shake the pan. It will continue to firm up as it cools.
Don’t rush the chill time: Properly chilled cheesecake is worth the wait! It will have much better taste and texture if you allow it to chill the full 3 hours.
Nut-Free Option: Replace the almond flour with sunflower seed flour and skip the chopped nuts.
This keto brownie cheesecake recipe has 5.2g of carbs and 1.9g of fiber. Thus it has a net carb count of 3.3g
Cover the cheesecake with plastic wrap or place it in a resealable container. It can last in the refrigerator for up to one week. You can also freeze the entire cake or individual slices. As always, wrap it up tightly to avoid freezer burn. It will be good for at least 2 months.
Coconut flour behaves very differently from almond flour, and several other adjustments must be made to accommodate this. However, you can try using my Coconut Flour Brownies recipe for the base.
Serving suggestions
Keto Brownie Cheesecake tastes delicious as is, but you can also add some tasty toppings. Here are a few fun ideas:
- Keto Chocolate Sauce: You can make my homemade version, or try the new Keto Fudge Sauce from ChocZero. (Use FOODDREAMER for 10% off all ChocZero products).
- Make it a caramel brownie cheesecake by drizzling on some of my delectable Keto Caramel Sauce.
- Top with fresh berries or swirl in some sugar-free raspberry sauce.
- Add some keto-friendly chocolate sprinkles.
Keto Brownie Cheesecake Recipe
Ingredients
Brownie Base:
- 1/2 cup (113.5 g) butter, melted
- 2/3 cup (136.5 g) Swerve Granular
- 2 large (2) eggs
- 1/2 tsp (1/4 tsp) vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (56 g) almond flour
- 1/3 cup (21.5 g) cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 to 2 tbsp water
- 1/3 cup (29.25 g) walnuts or pecans, chopped
Cheesecake Filling:
- 12 ounces (453.59 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (91 g) Swerve Sweetener
- 2 large (2) eggs
- 1/4 cup (59.5 g) heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
For the brownie base:
- Preheat the oven to 325ºF and butter a 9-inch springform pan. If your springform pan is prone to leaking, place it on a cookie sheet.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the butter, sweetener, eggs, and vanilla extract. Add the almond flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt and whisk until well combined.
- Stir in a little water at a time to thin the batter to a thick but pourable consistency. Stir in the chopped nuts, if using.
- Spread evenly over bottom of prepared pan. Bake 15 to 20 minutes, until set around edges but still soft in the center. Let cool 15 to 20 minutes.
For the filling:
- Reduce the oven temperature to 300F.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese for two minutes, until very smooth. Beat in the sweetener until well combined. Then add the eggs, cream, and vanilla and beat until just combined.
- Pour the filling over crust and spread evenly. Bake until the edges are set and the center still jiggles slightly when shaken, 35 to 45 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool.
- Run a knife around edges to loosen and then remove the sides of pan. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 3 hours.
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So so good, perfect brownie base, absolutely in love with this recipe. I make mine in silicon bar moulds, perfect on the go.
This cheesecake is delicious! I did make some substitutions. I am allergic to almonds, so I used sunflower seed flour instead. In addition, I do not have Swerve, so I used allulose. Otherwise, I followed the recipe exactly. I baked in a water bath and the taste and texture were spot-on. Thank you for this amazing dessert!
Great subs! Sunflower seed flour is always my go-to for an almond flour sub for those with allergies.
Best cheesecake ever! Combines two of my favorite desserts and craves. Made this yesterday and boy am I glad that I heeded your advice to put springform pan on a sheet pan. Mine leaked so much butter. ????. Is there a brand or type of springform pan that does not leak? Thanks, Carolyn.
Hi, I’m new to all this, so I’m dairy free so what can I substatute for the cream and cream cheese..?? And a totally different question do you have recipes on making your own sausage fillings and what casings would you recommend, I’m from Australia…loving ll the recipes..
I don’t know what products you have in Australia and how they work. You will need a good cream cheese substitute and some coconut cream but I make no guarantees!
OMG! Soooo good and easy to make. The hardest part is waiting for it to set as you’ll want to dig in immediately. Also freezes okay. Absolutely love this recipe!!
I made this cheesecake and it was so amazing because I love cheesecake and brownies so putting them together is incredible
This cheesecake turned out great for my first time and tasted delicious, Thanks for the recipe.
This is the BEST keto cheesecake I’ve made.
Yay!!!
This cake is beautiful, tasty, and easy. It really doesn’t get any better.
I have cacao powder instead of cocoa. Would that work, or would it be too bitter?
It will work, and I think it will taste fine. It doesn’t always mix in as well so I might sift it to start.
Made this on Sunday for my daughter’s family – they loved it. Now I just need to make one for me!
Love your recipes, I’ve made quite a few haven’t tried this one yet. MY question is can it be frozen?
Thank you for all you do.
Monica
Yep, should freeze well but make sure it’s tightly wrapped up.
I only have a 10inch springform pan, will that work or should I adjust the recipe?
It will be much too thin so you need to scale up the recipe.
The keto brownie cheesecake is the absolute bomb!!!! Love the fudgy brownie base with the cheesecake top….. I think this is my favorite Keto dessert of all time
Made this today and had it for dessert tonight. Oh my gosh, decadent and delicious. Topped with the homemade chocolate sauce and a dollop of whipped cream. Which was probably overkill. Thank you for another fabulous recipe.
Fantastic!
I have made this recipe before and it gets rave reviews. I would like to make it for a friend who has nut allergies. I have sunflower flour that I am going to substitute for almond. If it were you, would you just omit the nuts or amend the amount of sunflower flower?
Just leave them out, it will be fine.
How much gelatin do you use?
I am not sure what you mean, this recipe doesn’t take gelatin.
Amazing! Definitely satisfies my cheesecake cravings. I places a pan of water in the oven while it backed and my cheesecake came out with a silky texture. Yum !
This brownie cheesecake is the best! I did not use swerve, I used monk fruit. Will definitely be making this again! I had to freeze half of it in single servings and have eaten it half frozen! SO YUMMY!!❤
Hi Connie, I’m wanting to use the Monk fruit extract too, but not sure how much. Can you please let me know how much you used for each part? Thank you so much!
Refer to your container of monk fruit and see how sweet it is compared to sugar. Swerve measures like sugar so adjust accordingly.
This was the first recipe I made from the site. The hardest part was portion control. It was sooo good!
Sorry… but not sorry at the same time 😉
Will be making this recipe tomorrow. I have a baking tip for you. I use unflavored gelatin mixed in 1/4 cup cold water and add it to my coconut cream pie filling.
When cooled the pie sets up beautifully…I thought you might find this helpful for any future low carb cream pies you make.
You are a fantastic cook.