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Cheesecake Brownies

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Cheesecake Brownies combine rich, fudgy chocolate brownies with a smooth, tangy cream cheese swirl for the ultimate dessert bar—perfect for parties, bake sales, or an indulgent treat.

Ingredients

  • For the Brownie Layer:
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • Optional: 1/2 cup chocolate chips
  • For the Cheesecake Swirl:
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line or grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl or saucepan, melt the butter. Stir in sugar, then mix in eggs and vanilla until smooth.
  3. Whisk in cocoa powder, flour, and salt until fully combined. Fold in chocolate chips, if using.
  4. Pour most of the brownie batter into the prepared pan, reserving about 1/4 cup for swirling.
  5. In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  6. Spread the cheesecake mixture evenly over the brownie layer.
  7. Dollop reserved brownie batter on top and use a knife to swirl the two layers together.
  8. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until edges are set and a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs.
  9. Cool completely in the pan, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour before slicing.

Notes

  • Chill before slicing for clean cuts.
  • Use full-fat cream cheese for the creamiest texture.
  • Store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
  • Customize with nuts, fruit jam, or espresso powder for variations.

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