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Raspberry Brownies

Decadent Raspberry Brownies with Creamy Cheesecake Swirl

Indulge in these delightful Raspberry Brownies featuring a rich chocolate base with a creamy cheesecake swirl, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 3 hours
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Dessert Recipes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Brownie Base
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 Tablespoons vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour spooned & leveled
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Cheesecake Layer
  • 8 ounces full-fat cream cheese softened to room temperature
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg yolk at room temperature
  • 1/4 cup raspberry preserves
  • optional: pink or red gel food coloring 1?2 drops
Topping
  • optional: fresh raspberries for topping

Equipment

  • 9-inch square baking pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk
  • knife

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Adjust the oven rack to the lower-third position and preheat the oven to 350?F (177?C). Line the bottom and sides of a 9-inch square or 11?7-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides.
  2. Make the brownie batter: Melt the butter in a large heatproof bowl. Whisk in the oil and granulated sugar, let sit for 3?5 minutes. Whisk in the eggs and vanilla extract. Add the cocoa powder, flour, and salt and whisk until combined. Fold in the chocolate chips. Spread most of the brownie batter into the prepared pan, reserving about 1/2 cup for the top.
  3. Make the cheesecake batter: Beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar together in a large bowl until smooth. Beat in the flour, egg yolk, and raspberry preserves. If desired, add food coloring.
  4. Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese batter on top of the brownie batter. Spoon the remaining brownie batter on top. Use a knife to create a swirl pattern. Press raspberries into the top, if desired.
  5. Bake for 40?42 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Tent with aluminum foil after about 25 minutes to prevent over-browning. Remove from the oven and cool completely, at least 3 hours.
  6. Lift the brownies out using the parchment paper overhang and cut into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These raspberry brownies make a perfect dessert for any gathering and can be customized with different fruits or toppings.

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