Cheesecake Swirl Brownies
Treat yourself to these exquisite cheesecake swirl brownies, where a rich dark chocolate brownie base is elegantly marbled with a creamy cheesecake filling. Indulge in the perfect balance of decadence and sweetness with every bite of these ultimate brownies.
Ingredients
| 5 | ounces dark chocolate, coarsely chopped |
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| 10 | tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into tablespoons |
| 1⁄8 | teaspoon salt |
| 1.33 | cups sugar |
| 2 | teaspoons vanilla extract |
| 3 | large eggs, room temp |
| 3⁄4 | cup all-purpose flour, sifted |
| 2 | tablespoons all-purpose flour, sifted |
| (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened | |
| 1⁄3 | cup sugar |
| 1 | egg |
| 1⁄2 | teaspoon vanilla |
Instructions
| 1. | Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Ensure the rack is placed in the center of the oven. Lightly butter a 9-inch square pan. |
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| 2. | In a double boiler over hot water, melt the dark chocolate with the butter until smooth. Transfer the mixture to a large bowl after melting. |
| 3. | Allow the chocolate mixture to cool for approximately 10 minutes or until it reaches tepid temperature. |
| 4. | Add sugar and salt to the chocolate mixture. Use an electric mixer on low speed to mix for 15 to 20 seconds until blended. Incorporate the vanilla. |
| 5. | Add the eggs one at a time, mixing briefly after each addition. Stir in the sifted flour using a rubber spatula. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan. |
| 6. | In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese using an electric mixer until smooth. Add sugar and blend well. Mix in the egg and vanilla until fully combined. ( Optional : you can add orange zest ) |
| 7. | Pour the cream cheese mixture over the brownie batter in the pan. |
| 8. | Bake for 30-40 minutes or until the cream cheese topping is lightly browned. |
| 9. | Avoid overbaking the brownies. Cool them completely in the pan on a wire rack. |
| 10. | With a sharp knife, cut the brownies into bars. Remove them from the pan and store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days. Enjoy these decadent cheesecake swirl brownies! |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 517.1 kcal |
| Protein | 8.1 g |
| Fat | 32.2 g |
| Carbohydrates | 55.7 g |
| Fiber | 2.9 g |
| Sugar | 38.9 g |
Published on Jan 10, 2025 by Luminița