Description
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with Mint Chocolate Cheesecake Brownies. These decadent treats combine fudgy brownie layers with a creamy, mint-infused cheesecake center, creating an irresistible flavor harmony. Perfect for family gatherings or festive celebrations, these brownies offer a delightful balance of rich chocolate and refreshing mint that will leave everyone craving more. Easy to make and sure to impress, this recipe is destined to become a favorite in your baking repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 8 oz cream cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
- Melt butter in a medium bowl and mix in sugar, cocoa powder, flour, and eggs until smooth.
- Pour half the brownie batter into the pan and bake for 15 minutes.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, peppermint extract, and one egg until creamy.
- Spread cheesecake mixture over the brownie layer, then dollop remaining brownie batter on top.
- Bake for an additional 25-30 minutes or until set.
Notes
Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
For added texture, fold mini chocolate chips or crushed peppermint candies into the batter.
Allow brownies to cool completely before cutting for clean edges.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (60g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg