Cherry Chocolate Brownie Cheesecake Bars
Cherry Chocolate Brownie Cheesecake Bars are a delightful fusion of fudgy brownies, creamy cheesecake, and tart cherries. This easy-to-make dessert is perfect for impressing guests at family gatherings or cozy nights in. With its stunning layered appearance and rich flavor, each bite offers a sweet escape that will have everyone coming back for more!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 16 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups cherries (fresh or canned, well-drained)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Melt butter and cocoa powder in a bowl until smooth. Stir in sugar, then add eggs one at a time.
- Gently fold in flour and baking powder, mix in chocolate chips, and pour half into the prepared dish.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth; add sugar, vanilla, and one egg until creamy.
- Spread cherries over the brownie base, layer with cheesecake mixture, and top with remaining brownie batter.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until edges are firm; cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (55g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Experiment by substituting cherries with your favorite berries or adding nuts for crunch. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days; reheat gently in the microwave.