Description
These Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies combine the rich, chocolatey flavor of red velvet with a creamy cheesecake swirl for a decadent and visually striking dessert.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp red food coloring
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp white vinegar
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for cheesecake layer)
- 1 large egg (for cheesecake layer)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for cheesecake layer)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8 inch baking pan or line with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan, melt butter. Remove from heat and stir in sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, food coloring, salt, vinegar, and flour until smooth and combined.
- Set aside about 1/4 cup of the red velvet batter for swirling on top. Spread the remaining batter evenly in the prepared pan.
- In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the red velvet layer and spread evenly.
- Dollop the reserved red velvet batter over the cheesecake layer and use a knife or skewer to create swirls.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set and a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean.
- Cool completely before cutting into squares and serving.
Notes
- For best results, use gel food coloring for a more vibrant red color.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Let brownies cool completely for clean slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg