Description
These Raspberry Cheesecake Brownies combine a rich fudgy chocolate base with a creamy cheesecake layer and a bright raspberry swirl. Each bite delivers a balance of sweet, tangy, and chocolatey flavor with a smooth and satisfying texture.
Ingredients
12 oz frozen raspberries, thawed and divided
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup salted butter, melted
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup cocoa powder
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup granulated sugar (for cheesecake layer)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for cheesecake layer)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 325°F and line a baking pan with parchment paper, then lightly grease it.
2. Reserve a small amount of raspberry juice and strain part of the raspberries to remove seeds.
3. In a saucepan, combine raspberries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and reserved juice, then cook while stirring until thickened. Let cool slightly.
4. In a bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and oil until smooth.
5. Add cocoa powder, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt, then mix well.
6. Fold in flour until just combined to form the brownie batter.
7. In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese with sugar and vanilla until smooth.
8. Spread brownie batter evenly into the prepared pan.
9. Spoon cheesecake mixture over the brownie layer.
10. Add raspberry filling on top, then gently swirl using a knife without overmixing.
11. Bake for about 45 minutes until edges are set and center is slightly jiggly.
12. Allow brownies to cool completely for several hours before slicing into squares.
Notes
Do not over-swirl to keep distinct layers.
Cooling completely helps achieve clean slices and proper texture.
Use block cream cheese for the best consistency.
Frozen raspberries provide a balanced tart flavor.
Extra raspberry filling can be frozen for later use.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie