Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies Recipe
These Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies combine the rich, fudgy texture of classic brownies with the creamy, tangy flavor of cheesecake swirled with a vibrant red velvet batter, creating a decadent dessert perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Mick
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 16 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Brownie Batter
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Cream Cheese Swirl
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Red Velvet Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup buttermilk
- Prepare Brownie Batter: In a large bowl, combine melted butter and sugar until smooth. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract. Sift together flour, cocoa powder, and salt; gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Make Cream Cheese Swirl: In a separate bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until creamy. Add eggs and vanilla, continuing to mix until smooth and well incorporated.
- Mix Red Velvet Batter: In another bowl, whisk melted butter, sugar, and egg. Stir in buttermilk and red food coloring. Sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt; fold into wet ingredients until combined.
- Assemble the Brownies: Pour the brownie batter evenly into a greased 9×13-inch baking pan. Spoon the cream cheese mixture over the brownie batter, then drop dollops of the red velvet batter on top.
- Swirl Batters: Using a knife or skewer, gently swirl the cream cheese and red velvet dollops through the brownie batter to create a marbled effect.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the assembled batter for 35-40 minutes or until the cheesecake is set and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with moist crumbs but no wet batter.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into squares and serving.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps in the cheesecake swirl.
- Do not overmix batters to maintain a tender texture.
- Use good quality red food coloring for a vibrant red velvet color.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
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