Description
Indulge in the decadent combination of rich chocolate brownies swirled with creamy cheesecake and sweet strawberry jam. These Strawberry Cheesecake Brownies are the perfect treat for any dessert lover.
Ingredients
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Brownie Layer:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
Cheesecake Layer:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Additional:
- 1/3 cup strawberry jam or puree
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh strawberries
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 and sugar. Add eggs and vanilla, then mix in cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder. Pour 3/4 of the batter into the pan.
- Make the Cheesecake Layer: In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add egg and vanilla, then spread over the brownie layer.
- Assemble: Spoon dollops of remaining brownie batter over the cheesecake layer. Swirl with a knife. Add strawberry jam/puree, swirl, and top with chopped strawberries.
- Bake: Bake for 35–40 minutes until set. Cool before slicing.
Notes
- You can use raspberry or blueberry jam for different flavors.
- For neat slices, refrigerate the brownies for at least 1 hour before cutting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
