Description

These red velvet cheesecake brownies combine fudgy chocolate layers with creamy cheesecake swirls for a showstopping Valentine’s Day treat. Easy to prepare and perfect for sharing, they deliver a vibrant, indulgent dessert experience.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup all-purpose flour

2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder

3/4 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

2 large eggs

1 tsp vanilla extract

1–2 tsp red food coloring

1/2 tsp white vinegar

1/8 tsp salt

8 oz cream cheese, softened

1/3 cup granulated sugar

1 large egg

1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8-inch square pan with parchment paper.

2. In a bowl whisk melted butter and 3/4 cup sugar until glossy, then add 2 eggs, 1 tsp vanilla, red food coloring, vinegar, and salt.

3. Fold in flour and cocoa powder until just combined, reserve 1/4 cup batter, then spread the rest in the pan.

4. Beat cream cheese with 1/3 cup sugar, 1 egg, and 1/2 tsp vanilla until smooth and pour over brownie base.

5. Drop reserved red velvet batter over the cheesecake layer and swirl gently with a knife.

6. Bake for 28–32 minutes until a toothpick has moist crumbs and the cheesecake layer has a slight jiggle.

7. Cool completely, then chill for 1 hour before slicing into 16 squares.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: dessert
Method: baking
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 brownie

Keywords: red velvet, cheesecake brownies, valentine desserts, baked dessert, easy baking, chocolate swirl