Description
Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies are a stunning fusion of rich red velvet cake and creamy cheesecake, creating a dessert experience that’s impossible to resist. These decadent brownies feature a luscious cocoa-infused base topped with a velvety cream cheese layer, making them perfect for any occasion—from celebrations to cozy nights in. With their vibrant color and delicious flavor, they’ll have everyone reaching for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp red food coloring
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8×8-inch baking dish with nonstick spray or parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla until well combined. Sift in flour, cocoa powder, and salt; mix until just combined. Stir in red food coloring.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add egg and vanilla; mix until fully incorporated.
- Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared dish, then dollop cheesecake mixture on top and swirl gently. Top with remaining brownie batter.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean with moist crumbs attached. Cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (45g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg