Cherry Cheesecake Brownies Recipe
Looking for a decadent dessert that turns heads and satisfies cravings? This Cherry Cheesecake Brownies Recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves rich, gooey treats.
Ingredients
Brownie Layer:
- 1 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ tsp salt
Cheesecake Layer:
- 16 oz cream cheese softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Cherry Swirl:
- 1½ cups cherry pie filling
- ½ tsp almond extract optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line pan with parchment.
- Whisk melted butter and sugars in a bowl.
- Add eggs and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
- Sift in flour, cocoa, and salt. Stir gently.
- Pour brownie batter into prepared baking dish.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
- Add sugar, eggs, and vanilla to cheese. Blend well.
- Pour cheesecake mixture over brownie batter evenly.
- Spoon cherry filling on top in dollops.
- Swirl gently with knife or toothpick.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes. Center should be set.
- Cool completely on wire rack before slicing.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese for smoother blending.
- Don’t over-swirl the cherry layer—keep the contrast.
- Cool completely before cutting for clean edges.
- Use fresh cherry compote instead of canned if desired.
- Add chocolate chips for a richer brownie base.