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Decadent Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies with Cream Cheese Swirl

A rich, square portion of red velvet cheesecake brownies showing a vibrant red and cream cheese swirl.
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Bake rich, fudgy red velvet brownies swirled with a tangy, creamy cheesecake layer. This recipe creates a showstopping marbled dessert that is simple to make.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon red food coloring (or gel paste)
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for cheesecake layer)
  • 1 large egg (for cheesecake layer)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for cheesecake layer)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
  2. Prepare the cheesecake batter: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, 1/4 cup sugar, 1 egg, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla until smooth. Set aside.
  3. Prepare the red velvet brownie batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and 1 3/4 cups sugar until combined.
  4. Whisk in the 2 eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla, white vinegar, and red food coloring until the mixture is uniform in color.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Spread half of the red velvet batter into the prepared pan.
  8. Dollop the cheesecake mixture evenly over the red velvet layer.
  9. Spoon the remaining red velvet batter over the cheesecake layer.
  10. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the layers together to create a marbled effect.
  11. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with moist crumbs attached, not wet batter.
  12. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before lifting out using the parchment overhang.
  13. Cut into squares and serve.

Notes

  • For the best marbling effect, use a light hand when swirling the batters.
  • Use gel food coloring for a deeper, more intense red color without thinning the batter.
  • Chill the brownies for at least one hour before slicing for cleaner cuts.

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