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Decadent Red Velvet Cheesecake Swirl Brownies

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These decadent red velvet cheesecake swirl brownies combine rich cocoa and tangy cream cheese in a moist, fudgy dessert perfect for any occasion. Easy to make with simple pantry ingredients, they deliver a crowd-pleasing treat with a creamy twist.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (226 g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 ½ cups (300 g) granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • ½ cup (50 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons gel-based red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 8 ounces (225 g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon (8 g) all-purpose flour

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter and granulated sugar until glossy and combined. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract, red food coloring, and white vinegar.
  3. Sift together flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a rubber spatula until just combined. The batter should be thick, smooth, and vibrantly red.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until creamy and lump-free. Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth. Mix in the tablespoon of flour to stabilize the filling.
  5. Spoon half of the red velvet batter evenly into the prepared pan. Dollop half of the cheesecake mixture over it. Repeat with remaining brownie batter and cheesecake mixture. Use a toothpick or skewer to gently swirl the batters together to create a marbled effect without over-swelling.
  6. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter. The cheesecake swirl should be set and slightly golden on top.
  7. Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, lift brownies out using the parchment overhang and cut into squares.

Notes

Do not overmix the brownie batter to keep brownies tender. Use softened cream cheese to avoid lumps in the swirl. Use gel food coloring for vibrant color without thinning the batter. Check for doneness starting at 35 minutes to avoid overbaking. For gluten-free, substitute flour with gluten-free blend and ensure cocoa powder is gluten-free. For vegan, use dairy-free cream cheese, flax eggs, and vegan butter or coconut oil.

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