Description
Raspberry Cheesecake Brownies are a decadent dessert that combines rich chocolate brownies with a creamy raspberry cheesecake layer. Each bite offers a delightful contrast of flavors and textures, making these brownies a perfect treat for any occasion. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, they are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk melted butter and cocoa powder until smooth. Stir in sugar, then add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
- Gently fold in flour until combined. Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth. Add an egg and mix until creamy.
- Fold fresh raspberries into the cheesecake mixture and spoon it over the brownie base.
- Dollop remaining brownie batter on top and swirl gently for a marbled effect.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until edges are set but center is soft. Cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: - Substitute raspberries with strawberries or blueberries for a different flavor twist. - Experiment with flavored extracts like almond for added depth in the cheesecake layer.