Description
Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies combine fudgy red velvet layers with a tangy cream cheese swirl for a rich, marbled dessert that’s perfect for any special occasion.
Ingredients
For the Red Velvet Brownies:
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp red food coloring
1 tbsp cocoa powder
¾ cup all-purpose flour
¼ tsp salt
For the Cheesecake Layer:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Preheat to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment.
2. Whisk butter and sugar, then beat in eggs, vanilla, and food coloring.
3. Fold in cocoa, flour, and salt until just combined.
4. Beat cream cheese and sugar, then mix in egg and vanilla until smooth.
5. Spread ¾ of brownie batter into pan. Top with cheesecake mixture.
6. Drop spoonfuls of remaining batter on top and swirl with a knife.
7. Bake 30–35 minutes until center is set and toothpick has moist crumbs.
8. Cool completely in pan. Refrigerate 30 minutes before slicing.
9. Slice and serve as-is or with whipped cream or chocolate drizzle.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Freeze for up to 3 months with parchment between layers.
For clean cuts, chill before slicing.
Omit food coloring for a natural version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg