Indulge in Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies You Can't Resist
These irresistible Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies combine rich chocolate and creamy cheesecake for a decadent treat.
Equipment
- - 9×9-inch baking dish
- - Medium saucepan
- Large mixing bowl
- Whisk
Ingredients
For the Brownie Batter
- 3/4 cup Unsalted Butter can substitute with coconut oil for a dairy-free version
- 4 oz Semisweet Chocolate Chips substitute with dark chocolate for a more intense flavor
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar no direct substitute recommended for overall texture
- 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar can substitute with more granulated sugar
- 2 Large Eggs for egg-free, use flax eggs (1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 2.5 tbsp water per egg)
- 2 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract no substitutes recommended
- 2 tsp Red Food Coloring omit for a traditional brownie look
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour can substitute with gluten-free flour blend
- 3 Tbsp Unsweetened Cocoa Powder omit for a non-chocolate version
- 1 tsp Kosher Salt table salt can be used in a smaller amount
For the Cheesecake Layer
- 8 oz pkg Cream Cheese for dairy-free, use a vegan cream cheese alternative
- 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar maintain proportions for balance
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9x9-inch baking dish by greasing it with cooking spray for easy release.
- Melt the butter and chocolate chips together in a medium saucepan over low heat. Stir until smooth and glossy, then remove from the heat and let it cool slightly.
- Whisk the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla, and red food coloring together in a large mixing bowl. This mixture should be well combined and slightly frothy.
- Combine the cooled chocolate mixture with the egg mixture, stirring gently until fully blended.
- Fold in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Mix until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix; a few lumps are perfectly fine!
- Beat the cream cheese and sugar in another bowl until smooth. Add in the second egg and mix until creamy and well combined.
- Layer half of the brownie batter into the prepared baking dish. Next, dollop the cheesecake mixture on top and spread gently. Finally, add the remaining brownie batter on top.
- Swirl the batters together lightly with a knife or skewer for those beautiful marbled effects.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set and a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For an optional elegant finish, serve with a dusting of powdered sugar.