Description
Indulge in the decadent combination of red velvet brownies and creamy cheesecake with these Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies. Perfect for any occasion, these rich and vibrant treats will satisfy your sweet tooth cravings.
Ingredients
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For the Red Velvet Brownie Layer:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon white vinegar
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
For the Cheesecake Layer:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment or grease it.
- Make the Brownie Batter: Whisk together melted butter, sugar, cocoa powder, food coloring, vanilla, and vinegar. Add eggs, then stir in flour and salt. Spread batter in pan.
- Make the Cheesecake Layer: Beat cream cheese, sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Assemble & Swirl: Pour cheesecake mixture over brownie batter, then dollop reserved batter on top and swirl gently.
- Bake: Bake for 30–35 minutes until set. Cool in pan before slicing.
Notes
- You can chill the brownies in the fridge for cleaner slices.
- Experiment with different add-ins like white chocolate chips or nuts.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies, Red Velvet Brownies, Cheesecake Brownies, Dessert Recipe
