These Turtle Cheesecake Brownies are an easy yet impressive dessert that will have everyone raving!
Did you all miss me? Sorry to disappear for a couple weeks – I have a really good reason for that though. More on that in a minute.
These cheesecake brownies are insanely delicious. Like “I don’t even care if I gain 10lbs, I’m eating the whole pan” kind of delicious. For real.
So, this is my reason for disappearing for a while. Pretty cute reason, huh? He came early, like all my babies, but I made it farther this time than any of my other pregnancies. After a long labor and a frightening delivery, he was born on New Year’s Day – I think that’s a pretty cool birthday. This tiny little prince came into the world perfectly healthy and instantly captured our hearts. I am so in love, I basically haven’t put him down in 2 weeks 🙂
I always feel nervous about posting family photos here, but if you follow me on Instagram, you get a peek into my personal life. I am making an exception today because I am just overcome with thankfulness for my family and God’s goodness towards us. If you take a minute to read my “About Me” page you will have a little understanding as to why these babies are unbelievable precious to me. They are truly miracles, and I am loving soaking up every minute with them. I am in mama heaven!!
This picture was taken a week after his birth. Y’all, it’s hard getting a good photo when you have 4 little ones 5 and under! This was the best we could do, ha!
Ok, back to the brownies! First of all the variety of texture in these is incredible. Fudgy brownies, creamy cheesecake, gooey caramel, and crunchy pecans. What more could you want?
I added a sprinkle of sea salt to the topping. Best decision ever! Salty and sweet, fudgy and creamy, gooey and crunchy. This is dessert perfection. These brownies have it all! Don’t wait for a special occasion, make these just to spoil your friends and family. They will love you for it!
doc101 says
can you please put the ingredient measurements in grams/kg/millilitres or litres instead of ounces and cups I find it easier with grams etc.
Melissa from HungryFoodLove.com says
Congrats! He is perfect and so are these brownies. A sweet reason to be away. Enjoy!
Rose | The Clean Dish says
First of all – these brownies, what a dream!!
You have a beautiful family!! I can relate to being hesitant about posting personal stuff. I rarely ever do but I’m glad you shared this wonderful family photo with us 🙂
Ginny McMeans says
Gorgeous family! The brownies are pretty amazing too!
Aly ~ Cooking In Stilettos says
These look delicious – many congrats on the new bundle of joy – absolutely precious 🙂
Lana @ Never Enough Thyme says
You sure do look gorgeous for one week after birth! And those brownies…oh, my!
Angela {Mind Over Batter} says
I LOVE BABIES!! OK – Now that I’ve gotten that out of my system, these cheesecake brownies look heavenly. *girly sigh*…
Ashley @ Wishes & Dishes says
You have such a lovely family!! Congrats to you!! And what fabulous brownies!
Brenda@SugarFreeMom says
A week after birth? You look amazing girl!! He is adorable and congrats, you are one busy momma and blogger!
foodwanderings says
OMG this looks sinful. I never made anything turtle. BTW your baby and family are all absolutely adorable!
meredith in sock monkey slippers says
Congrats! Such a cutie! My baby came early too at 24 weeks. Guess preemies just want to get an early jump on things 😉 These brownies just look amazing!
Colleen (Souffle Bombay) says
I think I hate you, lol! You look fabulous AND you made these gorgeous brownies with 4 kids under 5 and one of them is 2 weeks old!!! You are awesome! Your family is beautiful too! Congratulations!
Paula - bell'alimento says
Such a sweet family foto and those brownies, just WOW! Want.
claire @ the realistic nutritionist says
Oh wow. I’d love some of these for breakfast! 🙂 Totally okay, right?
Jean says
I took these to a friends house for a party last night and they were a great hit! Thanks for the awesome recipe ☺️
Stephanie says
That’s wonderful! Thanks for sharing with me, Jean 🙂
Juie says
Whoa! I can’t resist featuring your brownies Stephanie. Sounds like an easy recipe and beautiful photos to go with it. And you have that precious new baby! Congratulations! He is beautiful. You can see your feature live on “Inspiration Monday Party” this Sunday @ 2pm EST. In addition…I have more good news for you. I would love to feature your brownies on “Redhead’s Kitchen” Feb. 12th. Redhead’s Kitchen is a new recipe theme series on redheadcandecorate.com where I feature other blogs every other week along with something of mine (I will be using 1 photo and link back to you). Then I promote the heck out of it by pinning & sharing on my FB page. Then at the end of the month, your recipe will be featured yet again at Debbiedoo’s. 3 features..not bad for a Wed.! Congrats…Julie redheadcandecorate,com
cathy says
Congrats 🙂 These brownies look amazing! I am checking them out from nifty thrifty link party and I pinned this!
Cathy
Stephanie says
Thank you, Cathy!
Charlene@A Pinch of Joy says
Brownies look fabulous — but the real star is the new little one! Such a beautiful family!
Stephanie says
Thank you so much, Charlene!
julia says
These look so delicious!! I love cheesecake and in brownies—even better!
Paula - bell'alimento says
Oh sweet Mamma!
Rachel Cooks says
Congrats! You have such a beautiful family. My husband’s birthday is on New Years Day too — a fun birthday to have. 🙂
And these brownies! Oh my! YUM!
Jocelyn@Brucrewlife says
I remember those days of trying to get everyone to focus and smile for the picture! 😉 You all look gorgeous!! I can’t wait to get my hands on that little mister!! And these brownies look to die for!!
Stephanie says
Thanks! These kinds of picture just make me smile. I kind of love them 🙂 So when are you coming to meet him? Gotta see him while he’s still tiny 🙂
Keita says
Congratulations on your new little Prince and thank you for our present – the brownies look delicious!
Stephanie says
Thank you so much, Keita!
Lauren Parsley says
Yum! Pinned for later!
Stephanie says
Thanks! Hope you enjoy them 🙂
Tonia says
Congratulations! What a beautiful family you have!
Stephanie says
Thank you so much, Tonia!
Jessica @ A Kitchen Addiction says
What a beautiful family! These brownies look perfectly rich and decadent!
Stephanie says
Thank you so much, Jessica!
Heather @ French Press says
so I am in love with those brownies, but even more so with your beautiful family – what precious gifts!! SO SO very happy for you Stephanie
Stephanie says
Thank you so much, Heather! You’re the sweetest 🙂
Rose @ RoseBakes.com says
There are no words. My mouth is watering just looking at your pictures!
Stephanie says
Haha, thank you!
Kathy says
Yum! I think I could eat the whole pan and not care! These are some of my favorite flavors all in one brownie! Congratulations on your newest arrival, Stephanie!
Stephanie says
Thanks so much, Kathy! I ate more than my share of these #worthit