Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies

Mimi
Feb 10, 2024
1 min read

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Brownies with a red velvety flavor and creamy cheesecake swirls are sure to be a hit. These brownies are ready to impress and are easy to make.

I felt these red velvet cheesecake brownies would be perfect for Valentine’s Day or any time of the year. They combine two of my favorite desserts, which always feels like a great idea!

You have a rich chocolate brownie bottom with a yummy cheesecake swirl. Is there anything better than brownies and cheesecake?

Ingredients

2 large eggs
1 cup granulated sugar
½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 tablespoon red gel food coloring
¾ cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup cocoa powder
Pinch of salt

CHEESECAKE FILLING:

8 ounce cream cheese, softened
¼ cup granulated sugar
½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 large egg

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 F. Grease and line an 8 -by- 8 -inch pan with parchment.
Whisk eggs, sugar, and vanilla together until well combined in a large bowl
Whisk in the melted butter and food coloring.
Finally, whisk in flour, cocoa powder, and salt until well combined
Spread all but about 3 tablespoons into the prepared baking pan.
In a separate bowl, beat together the filling ingredients until well combined.
Pour the cheesecake filling over the brownie batter in the baking pan.
Dot with remaining brownie batter, and swirl with a butter knife.
Bake in the center of the oven for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean.
Remove from oven and let cool completely before slicing and serving.