Description
Indulge in the ultimate dessert with these Decadent Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies. A rich, fudgy red velvet brownie base topped with a creamy cheesecake layer, creating a delightful marbled treat that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Brownie Layer:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Cheesecake Layer:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang.
- Mix Brownie Batter: Combine melted butter, sugar, vanilla, cocoa powder, red food coloring, and vinegar. Mix in eggs, then stir in flour and salt. Spread most of the batter in the pan.
- Prepare Cheesecake Layer: Beat cream cheese, sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla until smooth. Spread over brownie batter.
- Add Remaining Batter: Drop reserved batter over cheesecake layer and swirl with a knife.
- Bake: Bake for 28-32 minutes until set. Cool, then chill before slicing.
Notes
- For clean slices, chill well and wipe the knife between cuts.
- Can be made a day ahead and refrigerated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
