Ingredients
– For the Brownie Base:
– 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
– 2 cups granulated sugar
– 4 large eggs
– 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1 tablespoon red food coloring
– For the Cheesecake Layer:
– 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
Instructions
Creating Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies is a straightforward process if you follow these easy steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
2. Make the Brownie Batter: In a large bowl, combine the melted butter and granulated sugar. Stir until well mixed. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
4. Add Food Coloring: Stir in the red food coloring until the batter is evenly colored.
5. Prepare the Cheesecake Mixture: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar together until smooth. Add the eggs, vanilla extract, and flour, mixing until fully combined.
6. Layer the Batter: Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly. Next, pour the cheesecake mixture over the brownie layer, smoothing it out to cover.
7. Add Remaining Brownie Batter: Finally, dollop the remaining brownie batter on top of the cheesecake layer. Use a knife or toothpick to swirl the two layers together gently.
8. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
9. Cool: Remove the brownies from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes. Then, transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
These steps will guide you through making these incredible Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies effortlessly!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 5g