Description
Indulge in the irresistible combination of rich chocolate brownie and creamy cheesecake with these Cheesecake Brownies. A decadent dessert perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
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Brownie Layer:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
Cheesecake Layer:
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8×8-inch baking pan.
- Mix Brownie Batter: Combine melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Add cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder; mix well.
- Layering: Pour most of the brownie batter into the pan. Reserve some for the top.
- Prepare Cheesecake: Beat cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth. Spread over the brownie layer.
- Marbling: Drop spoonfuls of reserved brownie batter over the cheesecake layer. Swirl with a knife.
- Bake: Bake for 35–40 minutes until set. Let cool before slicing.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark cocoa powder.
- Store brownies in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
