Cherry Cheesecake Brownies: A Delightful Treat You Must Try!
Cherry Cheesecake Brownies are a delicious dessert that combines the rich flavors of chocolate brownies with a creamy cheesecake layer and a tart cherry topping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 24 brownies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup cherry pie filling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, melt the butter and mix in the granulated sugar until well combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Spread half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan, then layer the cream cheese mixture on top.
- Drop spoonfuls of the remaining brownie batter over the cream cheese layer, then swirl with a knife to create a marbled effect.
- Top with cherry pie filling.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before cutting into squares and serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate cocoa powder.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- These brownies can be frozen for up to 3 months.