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Blackberry Cheesecake Brownies

Blackberry Cheesecake Brownies: A Decadent Delight to Savor

Experience the indulgence of Blackberry Cheesecake Brownies, a combination of chocolate, creamy cheesecake, and fresh blackberries.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownie Base
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter Substitute with vegan butter for dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can be replaced with coconut sugar.
  • 2 large Eggs Use flax or chia eggs as Vegan substitute.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Use a gluten-free alternative if needed.
  • 0.33 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Consider dark cocoa powder for richer taste.
  • 1 pinch Salt Optional but recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla for best results.
  • 1 cup Fresh Blackberries Frozen blackberries can be used if thawed and drained.
For the Cheesecake Layer
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Substitute with plant-based cream cheese for dairy-free version.
  • 0.5 cup Granulated Sugar Reduce sweetness for a lighter touch.

Equipment

  • 8-inch square baking pan
  • Medium saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8-inch square baking pan.
  2. Melt ½ cup of unsalted butter in a saucepan over low heat. Whisk in 1 cup of granulated sugar, then mix in 2 large eggs and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Stir in 1 cup of flour and ⅓ cup of cocoa powder until combined.
  3. Gently fold in 1 cup of halved fresh blackberries.
  4. Pour the brownie batter into the pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
  5. Beat 8 ounces of softened cream cheese and ½ cup of sugar together until smooth for the cheesecake layer.
  6. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled brownies.
  7. Refrigerate the assembled brownies for at least 2 hours.
  8. Slice into squares and garnish with additional blackberries or whipped cream if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Allow cream cheese to reach room temperature for a smooth mixture. Gentle folding of blackberries is key to keeping them intact. For clean slices, chill thoroughly before cutting.

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