Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies: A Decadent Dessert for Any Occasion
Indulge in the rich, moist, and decadent combination of red velvet and creamy cheesecake with these Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies. Perfect for any occasion, these bars offer a beautiful marbled effect with luscious flavors that delight every bite. Easy to bake and impressively delicious, they make a fantastic dessert or treat for holidays, parties, or cozy nights in.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Total Time: 50-55 minutes
- Yield: 16
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- For the Red Velvet Brownie Layer:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the Cheesecake Layer:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven: to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Make brownie batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. In a separate large bowl, mix melted butter and sugar until combined. Add eggs, red food coloring, and vanilla extract. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet and mix until just combined.
- Prepare cheesecake layer: In another bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Layer and swirl: Pour half of the red velvet batter into the prepared pan. Dollop half of the cheesecake mixture over it. Repeat with remaining red velvet batter and cheesecake mixture. Use a knife to gently swirl the layers for a marbled effect.
- Bake: Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with moist crumbs (not wet batter).
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese for smooth cheesecake batter.
- Don’t overmix the batter to keep the brownies tender.
- Store brownies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- For extra indulgence, top with cream cheese frosting or powdered sugar dusting.
