🍫 Brownie Layer Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup refined sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
🍰 Cheesecake Layer Ingredients:
- 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
🥄 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease a 9×9-inch baking pan.
2️⃣ Prepare the Brownie Layer
- Melt 1/2 cup of butter in a medium saucepan, then remove from heat.
- Stir in the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Whisk in the cocoa powder and flour until smooth.
- Spread the brownie batter evenly into the prepared pan.
3️⃣ Prepare the Cheesecake Layer
- In a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Carefully spread the cheesecake mixture over the brownie batter in the pan.
4️⃣ Create a Swirl Effect
- Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the cheesecake and brownie mixtures together to create a marbled effect.
5️⃣ Bake
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the edges are set and a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs. Let the brownies cool in the pan before cutting into squares.
⏲️ Total Time:
- Preparation: 15 minutes
- Cooking: 40 minutes
- Total: 55 minutes
Enjoy these rich and creamy cheesecake brownies!
