Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies
Indulge in the rich, velvety flavor of Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies, featuring a beautiful marbled cheesecake layer that adds a creamy twist to this classic dessert.
Ingredients
For the Red Velvet Batter
- 1 cup unsalted butter Melted
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring Use gel for better results
For the Cheesecake Layer
- 8 oz cream cheese Softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 large egg
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, melt the butter and mix in the granulated sugar until well combined.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Stir in the red food coloring until the batter is evenly colored.
Cheesecake Layer
- In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth, then add the powdered sugar and egg, mixing until well combined.
Assembly and Baking
- Pour half of the red velvet batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture over the red velvet batter, then pour the remaining red velvet batter on top.
- Use a knife to swirl the cream cheese mixture into the red velvet batter for a marbled effect.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before cutting into squares and serving.
Notes
Serve these brownies on a nice dessert platter. Can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature. For garnish, top with whipped cream, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or drizzle chocolate sauce.