Description
Indulge in the perfect marriage of flavors with these decadent Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies. Rich, velvety red velvet brownie layers sandwich a creamy cheesecake filling, creating a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Brownie Batter:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon red gel food coloring (I use Wilton No-Taste)
- 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- Pinch of salt
Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 ounce cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and line an 8-by-8-inch pan with parchment paper.
- Mix Brownie Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, and vanilla until well combined. Stir in melted butter and red food coloring. Add flour, cocoa powder, and salt; mix until smooth.
- Layer Batter: Spread most of the brownie batter in the prepared pan.
- Prepare Cheesecake Filling: In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, and egg until smooth.
- Add Cheesecake Layer: Pour cheesecake mixture over the brownie batter in the pan.
- Swirl and Bake: Dot remaining brownie batter over the cheesecake layer. Swirl with a knife. Bake for about 30 minutes until set.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
