Description
Cherry cheesecake brownies are a delightful treat that combines rich, fudgy brownies with creamy cheesecake and sweet cherries, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- Brownie mix: One box, approximately 18 oz
- Water: As per package instructions
- Oil: Vegetable or canola oil
- Egg: One large egg for the brownie mix
- Cream cheese: One 8 oz package, softened
- Granulated sugar: 1/2 cup
- Vanilla extract: One teaspoon
- Egg: One additional large egg for the cheesecake mixture
- Cherries: One cup of pitted and halved cherries
Instructions
- Prepare the brownie batter by mixing the brownie mix with water, oil, and one egg as per package instructions. Pour into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a separate bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, vanilla extract, and one egg, mixing until creamy.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the brownie base and spread evenly. Reserve some cherries for decoration if desired.
- Gently fold the pitted and halved cherries into the cheesecake mixture.
- Bake in a preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the cheesecake layer is set and slightly golden.
- Allow to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before cutting into squares and serving.
Notes
- Avoid overmixing the brownie batter to keep it fudgy.
- Let the brownie base cool slightly before adding the cheesecake layer.
- Do not overbake; the cheesecake layer should be slightly jiggly in the center.
- Chilling the brownies is crucial for the best flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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