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Decadent Cheesecake Brownies

Decadent Cheesecake Brownies That Will Steal Your Heart

These Decadent Cheesecake Brownies are a heavenly blend of fudgy brownie goodness swirled with creamy cheesecake layer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Brownie Batter
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder opt for high-quality cocoa
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Butter melted unsalted
  • 2 large Eggs fresh
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour sifted
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Cheesecake Layer
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1 large Egg
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips fold in as desired
  • 1/2 cup Nuts lightly chopped

Equipment

  • 8x8 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Knife

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8x8-inch baking pan by greasing it.
  2. Combine melted butter and cocoa powder in a bowl, stir until smooth; add sugar, then eggs, mixing well.
  3. Sift in flour and add vanilla extract, fold into the mixture carefully.
  4. In another bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth; mix in the egg until combined.
  5. Layer half of the brownie batter in the pan, add half of the cheesecake mixture, and repeat. Swirl together.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes until edges are set and center is slightly soft; cool for at least 20 minutes before slicing.
  7. Slice into squares and serve warm or chilled, optionally with vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing the brownie batter for the best texture. Ensure cream cheese is fully softened for a smooth cheesecake layer.

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