Description
Luxurious red velvet cheesecake swirl brownies blend rich chocolate with tangy cream cheese for an irresistible dessert. Indulgent layers of velvety goodness will make you crave each decadent bite.
Ingredients
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Primary Ingredients (Red Velvet Base):
- 1.5 cups (340 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1.25 cups (156 grams) all-purpose flour
Flavoring and Color Ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Cheesecake Swirl Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 0.25 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare an 8×8-inch baking pan by lining it with parchment paper, ensuring complete coverage with slight overhang for easy removal.
- Create the vibrant red velvet base by whisking melted butter and sugar until fully incorporated, then introduce eggs, vanilla extract, red food coloring, and white vinegar, blending until the mixture achieves a uniform crimson hue.
- Gently fold sifted flour, cocoa powder, and salt into the liquid ingredients, stirring carefully to develop a smooth, velvety brownie batter without overmixing.
- In a separate mixing bowl, whip cream cheese and sugar until silky and free of lumps, then integrate the egg and vanilla, stirring until the cheesecake mixture becomes perfectly creamy and homogeneous.
- Transfer the red velvet batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly to create a consistent layer across the bottom of the pan.
- Dollop generous spoonfuls of the cheesecake mixture strategically over the red velvet base, then use a knife or toothpick to create elegant swirling patterns that marble the two batters together.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, watching for a set edges and a slightly soft center that will continue cooking as it cools.
- Remove from the oven and allow the brownies to cool completely within the pan, which helps them set and develop a rich, fudgy texture.
- Once cooled, lift the brownies out using the parchment paper edges, slice into square portions, and serve these decadent red velvet cheesecake swirl brownies.
Notes
- Chill cream cheese at room temperature for smooth, lump-free swirling that blends seamlessly into brownie batter.
- Use gel food coloring for vibrant red color without watering down the batter’s consistency.
- Line pan with overhanging parchment paper for easy removal and clean, precise brownie cuts.
- Avoid overmixing brownie batter to maintain a rich, tender texture that doesn’t become tough or dry.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg