Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies are a delicious blend of rich, fudgy red velvet and creamy cheesecake, swirled together.
With simple ingredients, these brownies offer a striking red color and a melt-in-your-mouth texture.
The cheesecake swirl adds a tangy, creamy contrast that makes every bite irresistible.
You’ll love exploring our collection of red velvet recipes, we’ve got something that will satisfy your sweet cravings!
They’re not just a dessert; they’re a showstopper, whether you’re serving them at a gathering or enjoying them all to yourself.
Start by gathering all of your ingredients and supplies.
Start by preheating the oven to 350°F and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment.
Mix butter and sugar, then add eggs, vinegar, vanilla, and food coloring.
Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and salt; add to wet ingredients.
Beat cream cheese, then mix with sugar, egg, and vanilla for the cheesecake layer.
Layer 2/3 of the red velvet batter in the pan, top with cheesecake mixture, and spoon remaining red velvet batter on top.
Swirl with a butter knife, then bake for 30-35 minutes until set.
Cool before cutting into squares.
Store your brownies in the fridge for up to 4-5 days.
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Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies
Red velvet cheesecake brownies are the perfect mix of rich chocolate and creamy cheesecake! These fudgy bars are a showstopper for any occasion.
Ingredients
Brownie Ingredients:
- 8 tbsp. butter melted and cooled
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tsp. red gel food coloring
- 1 tsp. white vinegar
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 3/4 cups all purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 tsp. salt
For the cheesecake swirl:
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment, and set aside.
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In a medium mixing bowl, mix the melted butter and sugar together.
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Add the eggs, white vinegar, vanilla, and food coloring, and mix well to combine.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
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Add the dry ingredients to the wet, mixing until just combined.
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In a separate mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
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Add in the sugar, egg, and vanilla, and mix to combine.
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Add 2/3 of the red velvet batter to your baking dish, and smooth out evenly.
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Pour the cheesecake mixture over top.
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Drop the remaining 1/3 batter over top of the cheesecake in large spoonfuls.
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Use a butter knife to swirl the red velvet and cheesecake together.
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Bake for 30-35 minutes, until the center cheesecake part is no longer jiggly.
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Allow the brownies to cool, and enjoy.