Description
Cheesecake brownies are a decadent dessert that perfectly blends fudgy chocolate brownies with a smooth, creamy cheesecake layer. This easy-to-make treat boasts an irresistible marbled appearance and delightful flavor that will leave your guests asking for seconds. Ideal for parties, family gatherings, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, these brownies are a must-try for any dessert lover.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease it with nonstick spray.
- In a bowl, mix melted butter and sugar until smooth. Stir in cocoa powder, then add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla. Gradually fold in flour until just combined.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Mix in sugar and vanilla, then blend in one egg until creamy.
- Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan. Add dollops of the cheesecake mixture on top, then layer the remaining brownie batter. Swirl gently with a knife.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until set but slightly gooey in the center. Allow to cool before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (45g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg