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Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies

Irresistibly Fudgy Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies Recipe

Experience the delightful combination of rich chocolate and creamy cheesecake in these Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 16 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownie Base
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Melted
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Or brown sugar for deeper flavor
  • 2 large Large Eggs At room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons Red Food Coloring Gel food coloring recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla preferred
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Avoid if using salted butter
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute gluten-free blend
  • 0.5 cup Dutch Process Cocoa Powder
For the Cheesecake Swirl
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Full-fat recommended
  • 0.25 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • 8x8 inch Baking Pan
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together melted unsalted butter and granulated sugar until glossy and combined.
  3. Add the large eggs and whisk until slightly foamy, then mix in the vanilla extract and red food coloring.
  4. Sift in the all-purpose flour, Dutch process cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt; fold until no flour streaks remain.
  5. Pour and spread the brownie batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  6. In a separate bowl, mix cream cheese with an egg and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
  7. Dollop the cream cheese mixture onto the brownie batter and swirl gently with a knife or toothpick.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes until a knife inserted comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Cool completely at room temperature, then lift out using parchment and slice into squares.
  10. Serve as is or with fresh berries or whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow brownies to cool thoroughly before slicing for clean edges. Use quality ingredients for the best flavor.

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