Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies
Experience the ultimate dessert delight with Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies! These decadent treats feature a rich chocolate brownie base swirled with creamy cheesecake, creating a symphony of flavors and textures. Perfect for special occasions or a sweet indulgence at home, these brownies are sure to impress everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tsp red food coloring (gel preferred)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup sour cream (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Melt butter in a large bowl; stir in granulated and brown sugars until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Incorporate red food coloring and vanilla extract into the mixture.
- Sift together flour and cocoa powder, then fold gently into the wet ingredients.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until creamy. Add sour cream if desired.
- Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan, dollop cheesecake mixture on top, then layer with remaining brownie batter. Swirl gently with a knife.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (approx. 70g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For added texture, mix in white chocolate chips or crushed nuts. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days; warm slightly before serving for best results.