Description
Indulge in the exquisite delight of Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies, where classic red velvet cake meets a luscious cheesecake layer. These brownies boast a striking crimson hue topped with a creamy white layer, making them a show-stopping dessert for any occasion. Each bite delivers a perfect balance of fudgy richness from the brownie base and smooth creaminess from the cheesecake. They are easy to prepare, requiring simple ingredients and straightforward steps, making them accessible for bakers of all levels. Whether served warm with ice cream or chilled with fresh berries, these decadent treats will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings.
Ingredients
- All-Purpose Flour
- Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- Granulated Sugar
- Unsalted Butter
- Eggs
- Red Food Coloring
- Cream Cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- Melt butter in a bowl and mix in sugar. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in cocoa powder, flour, vanilla extract, and food coloring until smooth.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese with sugar and an egg until creamy.
- Pour half of the brownie batter into the dish, spread cheesecake mixture on top, then drop remaining brownie batter over it.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean but moist from the brownie portion. Allow cooling before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (50g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for smoother mixtures. Avoid overmixing to maintain lightness. Chill brownies in the fridge for enhanced flavor before serving.