Description
Blackberry Cheesecake Brownies are a decadent dessert that swirls rich, fudgy chocolate brownies with creamy cheesecake and tangy blackberry puree. These marbled bars are as beautiful as they are delicious.
Ingredients
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- For the Brownie Base:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- For the Cheesecake Layer:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- For the Blackberry Swirl:
- 1/3 cup blackberry puree (strained to remove seeds)
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar (optional, to sweeten the puree)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease well.
- To make the brownie batter: In a saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Add cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder, mixing until combined. Pour into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- To make the cheesecake layer: In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth and creamy. Spread gently over the brownie batter.
- Spoon blackberry puree in dollops over the cheesecake layer. Use a toothpick or knife to swirl into a marbled pattern.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes or until the center is set and a toothpick comes out mostly clean. Let cool completely before cutting.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour for cleaner slices and best texture. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use fresh or thawed frozen blackberries for the puree.
- Swirl gently to maintain distinct layers and a pretty pattern.
- Brownies can be made up to 3 days ahead and stored in the fridge.
- Optional: dust with powdered sugar before serving for an elegant touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg