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Cheesecake Brownies

Deliciously rich brownies topped with a creamy cheesecake layer, perfect for dessert lovers.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Brownie Layer
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
Cheesecake Layer
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Prepare Brownie Layer
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease the baking pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter and sugar. Mix well.
  3. Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
Prepare Cheesecake Layer
  1. In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Add sugar, egg, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  3. Pour the cheesecake mixture over the brownie layer in the baking pan.
  4. Use a knife to swirl the cheesecake into the brownie batter for a marbled effect.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until the cheesecake is set.
  6. Allow to cool before cutting into squares and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, chill the brownies in the refrigerator for a few hours before serving.

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