Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies
Indulge in these stunning Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies, a delightful mix of fudgy brownie and creamy cheesecake layers. Perfect for celebrations and special occasions.
Ingredients
Brownie Base
- 1 cup unsalted butter Melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder Unsweetened
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup red food coloring
Cheesecake Layer
- 8 oz cream cheese Softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, melt the butter and stir in the sugar, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture along with the red food coloring. Mix until just combined.
- In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese with the powdered sugar until smooth.
Baking
- Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared dish. Spoon dollops of the cream cheese mixture on top, then pour the remaining brownie batter over it. Swirl with a knife to create a marbled effect.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
- Let it cool before cutting into squares.
Notes
Serve with toppings like whipped cream or chocolate drizzle. Store leftovers in an airtight container.