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Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies

Indulge in Decadent Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies

These Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies are a show-stopping treat that combines chocolate and creamy cheesecake layers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 16 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Brownie Base
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter Coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 1 cup Sugar Brown sugar for deeper flavor
  • 2 large Eggs Flax eggs for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Pure extract for best flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Red Food Coloring Use less for subtler color
  • 1/4 cup Cocoa Powder Unsweetened for best results
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour as a swap
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Essential for balance
Cheesecake Layer
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Room temperature for easy mixing
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar Sugar alternative can be used
  • 1 large Egg Omit for vegan version
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Pure extract for flavor

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Hand Mixer
  • Spatula
  • Whisk
  • Sifter

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter and sugar until smooth.
  3. Stir in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract and red food coloring until well combined.
  4. Sift cocoa powder, flour, and salt into the batter and fold gently until just combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth, adding egg and vanilla extract.
  6. Pour 3/4 of the brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  7. Spoon the cheesecake mixture over the brownie base and spread gently.
  8. Dollop the remaining brownie batter on top and swirl gently with a knife.
  9. Bake for 30-35 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
  10. Allow to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chilling the brownies for 30 minutes helps create clean cuts. Experiment with mix-ins for additional flavors.

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