Description
Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies are a delightful fusion of rich, velvety red velvet cake and creamy cheesecake. These decadent treats feature a fudgy brownie base accented with a luscious cheesecake layer, creating an indulgent dessert perfect for any occasion. Their stunning red hue and marbled appearance make them an eye-catching centerpiece for gatherings, while every bite offers a blissful balance of flavors that will leave you craving more.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp red food coloring
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mix melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cocoa powder, eggs, food coloring, and vanilla until smooth. Stir in flour, baking powder, and salt until just combined.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese with sugar and one egg until creamy; add vanilla extract.
- Pour half of the brownie batter into the pan. Add dollops of cheesecake mixture on top and pour remaining brownie batter over it. Swirl gently with a knife.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean. Allow cooling before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg