Description
Cheesecake Swirled Brownies combine the rich, fudgy goodness of brownies with a creamy, tangy cheesecake layer, creating a deliciously indulgent treat. This dessert is perfect for any occasion, offering the perfect balance of chocolate and cheesecake flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
For the Brownie Layer:
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1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 cup brown sugar, packed
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4 large eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
For the Cheesecake Swirl:
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
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Make the Brownie Layer:
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
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Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in the vanilla extract.
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In a separate bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
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Fold in the chocolate chips if desired.
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Spread about ¾ of the brownie batter into the prepared pan.
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Make the Cheesecake Swirl:
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Beat together the cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl until smooth and creamy.
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Assemble the Brownies:
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Spoon the cheesecake mixture over the brownie layer in dollops.
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Drop spoonfuls of the reserved brownie batter on top of the cheesecake layer.
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Using a knife or skewer, gently swirl the layers together to create a marbled effect.
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Bake:
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Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
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Let cool completely in the pan before slicing.
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Serve:
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Once cooled, slice into squares and serve. Enjoy!
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Notes
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Ensure that your ingredients (like cream cheese, butter, and eggs) are at room temperature for the smoothest results.
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For clean slices, allow the brownies to cool completely before cutting. Refrigerating them for about an hour helps firm up the cheesecake layer.
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These brownies can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or frozen for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Brownies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg