**Caramel Brownie Cheesecake**

This decadent dessert combines two classic treats into one. It features a rich, fudgy brownie base, a creamy baked cheesecake filling, and a luxurious caramel topping garnished with chunks of chocolate.

**Ingredients:**

**For the Fudgy Brownie Base:**
* 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
* 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
* 1/2 cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder
* 2 large eggs
* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
* 1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour
* 1/4 teaspoon salt

**For the Cheesecake Filling:**
* 24 ounces (680g) cream cheese, softened
* 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
* 1/2 cup (120ml) sour cream
* 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
* 4 large eggs, at room temperature

**For the Caramel Topping:**
* 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
* 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, cubed
* 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream

**For Garnish:**
* 1/2 cup (85g) semi-sweet chocolate, chopped into large chunks

**Instructions:**

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