Description
Cheesecake Brownies are a delicious dessert that combines rich chocolate brownies with a creamy cheesecake layer, creating a heavenly treat for chocolate and cheesecake lovers alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla.
- Mix in flour, cocoa, and salt until well combined.
- Spread half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan.
- In a separate bowl, beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture over the brownie layer in the pan.
- Drop spoonfuls of the remaining brownie batter on top of the cream cheese layer and swirl with a knife.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before cutting into squares and serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate cocoa powder.
- These brownies can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Serve with whipped cream or fresh berries for an extra treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Cheesecake Brownies, dessert, chocolate, cheesecake, baking