Description
Indulgent Cheesecake Brownies merge rich chocolate layers with creamy cheesecake swirls for an irresistible dessert experience. Chocolate lovers will devour these heavenly bars that blend classic brownie intensity with silky cheesecake perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 12 ounces (340 grams) semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate chips
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 egg, room temperature
- 6 tablespoons (85 grams) unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
Dry Ingredients:
- ¾ cup (150 grams) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
- ¼ cup (25 grams) unsweetened cocoa powder
- ⅓ cup (40 grams) cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon salt
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup (170 grams) mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare the baking environment by heating the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lining a 9-inch (23-centimeter) square baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring complete coverage and a light coating of cooking spray.
- Create the chocolate base by melting dark chocolate and unsalted butter together in the microwave, stirring until smooth and fully integrated.
- Incorporate granulated sugar and pure vanilla extract into the melted chocolate mixture, whisking thoroughly until well combined.
- Gradually add large eggs to the chocolate mixture, blending one at a time and ensuring complete integration after each addition.
- Sift cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt directly into the chocolate mixture, folding gently until a uniform batter forms without overmixing.
- Fold mini chocolate chips into the brownie batter, distributing them evenly throughout the mixture.
- Transfer approximately two-thirds of the brownie batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
- Prepare the cheesecake layer by beating cream cheese, additional sugar, a single egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Carefully spoon the cheesecake mixture over the initial brownie layer, creating a distinct marbled effect.
- Drizzle the remaining brownie batter on top of the cheesecake layer, using a knife to create subtle swirls.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, checking for doneness by inserting a toothpick that should emerge with a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from the oven and allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before cutting into square portions.
- Slice into even squares and serve at room temperature for optimal flavor and texture.
Notes
- Drizzle remaining batter creates stunning marbled swirls that catch everyone’s eye.
- Rich chocolate base ensures each bite delivers deep, intense flavor throughout the dessert.
- Cream cheese layer adds luxurious tangy smoothness that perfectly balances brownie’s intensity.
- Mini chocolate chips scatter unexpected bursts of delightful crunch inside chocolatey mixture.
- Cornstarch helps maintain ultra-fudgy texture, preventing dry or crumbly brownies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16
- Calories: 440 kcal
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg