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Cheesecake Brownies stacked 3 high on top of a cooking cooling rack.
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Cheesecake Brownies

These cheesecake brownies are rich and fudgy with a layer of cream cheese. The cheesecake and extra chocolatey layer make these the perfect decadent brownie recipe. 
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 16 2x2 brownies
Calories: 268kcal
Author: Rachel

Ingredients

Brownie Batter

  • 12 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 ½ sticks
  • ¾ cup chocolate chips
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup cocoa powder
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

Cheesecake Batter

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Brownie Layer

  • Preheat oven to 350°F and line an 8x10 pan with parchment paper. A 9x9 or 8x8 pan will also work.
  • Combine butter and chocolate chips in a large, microwave-safe bowl.
  • Microwave for 30 seconds. Stir well and microwave again for another 30 seconds. Repeat in 15 second intervals until chocolate and butter are completely smooth and well combined.
  • Using a spoon, whisk or stand mixer with paddle attachment, add cocoa powder and stir well.
  • Add granulated sugar, stir until completely combined.
  • Add flour and stir until completely combined.
  • Add eggs, vanilla extract and salt, stirring well to combine.
  • Reserve ⅓ cup of the brownie batter and spread the rest of the batter evenly into prepared pan.

Cheesecake Batter

  • Combine cream cheese and sugar in a medium-sized bowl. Use an electric mixer or stand mixer to beat until creamy. Make sure there are no lumps in the batter and it is smooth before the next step.
  • Stir in egg and vanilla extract. Stir until well-combined.
  • Spread cheesecake over prepared brownie batter. Take your reserved ⅓ cup brownie batter (if it has become stiff you can heat it up in the microwave for 10-15 seconds) and drizzle over cheesecake layer.
  • Use a knife to swirl brownie batter and cheesecake together.
  • Bake on 350°F for 35-40 minutes for an 8x10 pan or until center is set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean. Adjust baking times to add additional time for an 8x8 or 9x9 baking pan.
  • Allow to cool COMPLETELY before cutting and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 12x2 brownie | Calories: 268kcal