Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies, where two beloved desserts come together for an unforgettable treat. These rich brownies feature a luscious red velvet base layered with creamy cheesecake, creating a decadent dessert that’s perfect for any celebration or cozy night in. The vibrant color and swirled topping make them visually appealing, while the combination of fudgy brownie and smooth cream cheese filling guarantees a heavenly taste experience. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or looking to satisfy your sweet cravings, these brownies are sure to impress and leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus more for greasing pan
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon white vinegar
- 2 eggs
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 (8-oz.) package cream cheese, softened
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg yolk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, greasing it with butter.
- In a large bowl, mix melted butter and sugar, then add cocoa powder, vanilla extract, red food coloring, salt, and vinegar. Stir until combined.
- Whisk eggs in a separate bowl, then fold them into the brownie mix along with the flour. Pour most of the batter into the prepared pan, setting aside 1/4 cup for later.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese with sugar, vanilla extract, and egg yolk until smooth. Spread over the brownie layer.
- Add dollops of reserved brownie batter on top and swirl gently using a knife.
- Bake for about 30 minutes until set; cool completely before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg