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Red Velvet Brownies with Cheesecake Layer

Decadent Red Velvet Brownies with Creamy Cheesecake Layer

Classic Red Velvet Brownies with Cheesecake Layer, striking a balance between creamy and fudgy.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 16 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Brownie Base
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter melted
  • 1 cup Sugar can use brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract pure
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder Hershey's Special Dark recommended
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 tablespoons Red Food Coloring gel color recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Vinegar
  • 2 large Eggs at room temperature
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
For the Cheesecake Layer
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese full-fat, brick-style
  • 1/3 cup Cheesecake Sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 large Cheesecake Egg

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking dish
  • Medium saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease an 8x8 inch baking dish.
  2. Melt the unsalted butter in a saucepan over low heat, then remove from heat and stir in sugar, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, salt, red food coloring, and vinegar. Incorporate the eggs one at a time and gently fold in the all-purpose flour.
  3. Pour three-quarters of the brownie batter into the baking dish, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
  4. Beat cream cheese with sugar until smooth, then mix in the egg and a splash of vanilla extract.
  5. Pour the cheesecake mixture over the brownie base and spread it evenly.
  6. Spoon dollops of the reserved brownie batter over the cheesecake layer and swirl gently to create a marbled effect.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the edges look set and the center has a slight jiggle.
  8. Let the brownies cool in the pan for 1-2 hours, then refrigerate for an hour before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 170mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for better incorporation. Do not overmix the batter to maintain the desired texture.

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