Cherry Cheesecake Brownies: A Decadent Delight for Any Occasion!
Indulging in a dessert that marries the rich, fudgy nature of brownies with the creamy texture of cheesecake is an absolute treat. Enter Cherry Cheesecake Brownies — a delightful concoction that’s easy to whip up, and guaranteed to impress. Imagine piercing through the soft brownie layer with a fork, revealing a luscious cheesecake swirl dotted with vibrant cherry filling. Can you feel the excitement? I know I can!
Ingredients
- For the Brownie Layer:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- For the Cheesecake Layer:
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup cherry pie filling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the Brownie Base:
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in sugar, eggs, and vanilla.
- Beat in cocoa, flour, salt, and baking powder until well combined. Pour the brownie batter into a greased 9x9-inch baking dish.
- Create the Cheesecake Mixture:
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and creamy.
- Layer the Mixtures:
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the brownie batter in the baking dish. Drop spoonfuls of cherry pie filling on top and use a knife to swirl them into the cheesecake mixture.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes. A toothpick should come out with moist crumbs, not wet batter. Allow to cool before cutting into squares.