Amazing Cheesecake Brownies
Rich, ultra-fudgy chocolate brownies topped with a creamy cheesecake layer and swirled into a beautiful marble pattern. These bakery-style cheesecake brownies are decadent, easy to make, and perfect for parties, holidays, or an everyday chocolate treat.
Servings: 16
Calories: 365kcal
Ingredients
- Brownie Layer
- 1 cup 226 g unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Cheesecake Layer
- 16 ounces 452 g cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Add the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and salt. Mix just until combined; do not overmix.
- Reserve 1 cup of the brownie batter for the swirl. Spread the remaining batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
- In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add the sugar, egg, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese and mix until smooth and lump-free.
- Spread the cheesecake mixture evenly over the brownie batter.
- Spoon the reserved brownie batter over the cheesecake layer in small dollops.
- Use a butter knife or toothpick to gently swirl the brownie batter through the cheesecake layer to create a marbled pattern.
- Bake for 38–45 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle. A toothpick inserted into the brownie portion should come out with a few moist crumbs.
- Let the brownies cool in the pan for 1 hour at room temperature.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing for clean, neat squares.
- Lift the brownies from the pan using the parchment paper, cut into 16 squares, and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Bring cream cheese to room temperature before mixing.
- Do not overmix the brownie batter.
- Swirl gently to maintain distinct brownie and cheesecake layers.
- Chill before slicing for neat, bakery-style squares.
- Use good-quality cocoa powder for the richest chocolate flavor.
Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: 365 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
- Sodium: 170 mg
- Potassium: 180 mg
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugar: 30 g
- Vitamin A: 710 IU
- Vitamin C: 0 mg
- Calcium: 55 mg
- Iron: 2.4 mg