Cheesecake Brownies
Cheesecake brownies combine rich, fudgy chocolate with a velvety cheesecake layer, creating an irresistible dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. These luscious treats are not only visually stunning with their marbled top but also incredibly easy to make. Whether you’re celebrating a special moment or simply indulging after a long day, these brownies will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese (softened)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, melt butter and cocoa powder together until smooth; stir in granulated sugar until combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then gently fold in flour.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth; gradually mix in powdered sugar and vanilla.
- Pour half of the brownie batter into the pan, dollop cheesecake mixture on top, and swirl gently with a knife.
- Pour remaining brownie batter over the cheesecake layer and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
- Allow cooling before slicing into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (50g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: For an extra treat, add chocolate chips to the brownie layer or substitute almond extract for vanilla in the cheesecake mix. Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for easy blending and avoid overbaking for that desired fudgy center.