Description
Indulge in the ultimate dessert with these Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies! A decadent fusion of rich red velvet brownie swirled with luscious cheesecake, these treats are a surefire hit for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Red Velvet Brownie Layer:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon white vinegar
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
For the Cheesecake Layer:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat & Prep – Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment or grease.
- Step 2: Make the Brownie Batter – Whisk together melted butter, sugar, cocoa powder, food coloring, vanilla, vinegar. Add eggs, then stir in flour and salt. Spread into pan.
- Step 3: Make the Cheesecake Layer – Beat cream cheese, sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Step 4: Assemble & Swirl – Pour cheesecake mixture over brownie batter, dollop reserved batter on top, and swirl gently.
- Step 5: Bake – Bake for 30-35 minutes, cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Dairy-free option: Use vegan butter and dairy-free cream cheese
- Natural coloring: Substitute beet powder for red food coloring
- Enhancements: Add extra cocoa, white chocolate chips, or pecans for added flair
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies, dessert recipe, brownie recipe, cheesecake brownies
