Description
These Cheesecake Brownies combine rich, fudgy chocolate brownies with a smooth, tangy cheesecake layer for the ultimate dessert! Perfect for chocolate and cheesecake lovers alike.
Ingredients
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For the Brownies:
- 12 oz semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate chips
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, cubed
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 eggs, room temperature
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/3 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
For the Cheesecake Layer:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg, room temperature
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prep the Pan & Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a 9-inch square baking pan with cooking spray and line with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
- Make the Brownie Batter: In a large bowl, combine chocolate chips and butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth. Stir in sugar and vanilla until combined. Add eggs one at a time, stirring after each addition.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt. Add to the wet ingredients and stir vigorously for 1–2 minutes until smooth and the batter pulls away from the sides. Stir in mini chocolate chips. Pour 2/3 of the brownie batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Make the Cheesecake Layer: Using a hand or stand mixer, beat the cream cheese until light and fluffy. Add sugar and beat until combined, then mix in egg and vanilla until smooth.
- Assemble the Brownies: Spoon the cheesecake filling evenly over the brownie base, then drizzle or spoon the remaining brownie batter over the top.
- Bake & Cool: Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Let cool completely in the pan. Use the parchment overhang to lift out the brownies and cut into squares.
- Serve & Store: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Enjoy chilled or at room temperature!
Notes
- For extra richness, drizzle the cooled brownies with melted chocolate before slicing.
- These brownies taste even better the next day once the flavors meld.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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