Description
Indulge in the perfect marriage of rich, fudgy brownies and creamy cheesecake with these decadent Cheesecake Brownies. A delightful treat for any occasion!
Ingredients
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Brownie Layer:
- 1 cup (230 grams) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 2 cups (400 grams) granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup (125 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (85 grams) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Cheesecake Layer:
- 3 packages (8-ounces each) PHILADELPHIA Original Cream Cheese, softened to room temperature
- 1/2 cup (120 grams) sour cream, room temperature
- 2/3 cup (135 grams) granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- Optional: 2 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, melted
Instructions
- To make the brownie layer: Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a 9×13 baking pan with aluminum foil or parchment paper, spray with nonstick cooking spray, and set aside. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until well combined. Whisk in the eggs and vanilla extract until fully combined. Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt and mix until just combined. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and smooth it out into one even layer. Bake at 350°F (177°C) for 20-22 minutes or until the top of the brownies are just set. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool for 5-10 minutes while you prepare the cheesecake layer. Keep oven temperature at 350°F (177°C).
- To make the cheesecake layer: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, or in a large mixing bowl using an electric mixer, beat the PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese and sour cream together until smooth. Then mix in the sugar and vanilla until fully combined, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed. Mix in the eggs, one at a time, on low speed until each one is just combined. Pour the cheesecake filling on top of the brownie layer and spread it into one even layer. Return to the oven and bake at 350°F (177°C) for 25-30 minutes or until the edges of the cheesecake are set, but still slightly jiggly in the center. Remove from the oven and cool completely on a wire rack, then cover tightly and refrigerate for 3-4 hours or until the bars are completely chilled. Cut into squares, drizzle with the melted chocolate, and place back in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes or until the chocolate is firm, then serve and enjoy.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Cheesecake Brownies, Brownie Recipe, Cheesecake Recipe, Dessert, Chocolate, Cream Cheese
