Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with these Cherry Cheesecake Brownies. A rich, fudgy brownie layer topped with a creamy cheesecake swirl and sweet cherry pie filling, creating a decadent treat that will satisfy all your dessert cravings.
Author:nadia
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:40 minutes
Total Time:55 minutes
Yield:16 brownies 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the brownie layer:
1/2cup unsalted butter (melted)
1cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
For the cheesecake layer:
8oz cream cheese (softened)
1/3cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the cherry topping:
1cup cherry pie filling
Instructions
Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
Prepare the brownie layer: In a medium bowl, whisk together melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth. Add cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder, and stir until just combined. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
Make the cheesecake layer: In another bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth and creamy. Gently spread the cheesecake mixture over the brownie batter.
Add the cherry topping: Drop spoonfuls of cherry pie filling across the top and swirl slightly with a knife for a marbled effect.
Bake: Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the center is just set.
Cool and chill: Let cool completely, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before slicing.
Notes
For homemade cherry topping, simmer pitted cherries with a bit of sugar and cornstarch until thickened.
These brownies are best served chilled for clean slicing and firm texture.