Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies
Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies are a delicious fusion of rich chocolate brownie and creamy cheesecake. These decadent treats feature a vibrant red hue, making them not only scrumptious but visually stunning as well. Perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to elegant celebrations, these brownies are sure to delight your guests and create lasting memories.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 18 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp red food coloring (gel preferred)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, mix melted butter with granulated and brown sugars until glossy. Add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla and red food coloring.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, and salt together. Gradually fold into the wet mixture until just combined.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Mix in powdered sugar and sour cream until well blended.
- Spread half of the brownie batter in the prepared pan. Spoon cheesecake mixture on top and swirl gently with a knife. Add remaining brownie batter on top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until edges pull away from the pan and a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
- Allow cooling before slicing into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg