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Dark Chocolate Cheesecake Brownies Recipe

Dark Chocolate Cheesecake Brownies Recipe
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Indulge in these rich and decadent Dark Chocolate Cheesecake Brownies, featuring a fudgy dark chocolate brownie base topped with a creamy, tangy cheesecake layer. Perfectly swirled and baked to golden perfection, these brownies combine the best of both worlds for a delightful dessert treat that is easy to prepare and sure to please chocolate lovers.

Ingredients

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Brownie Layer

  • 1/2 cup (115g) butter
  • 1/2 cup (90g) dark chocolate, chopped
  • 3/4 cup (150g) sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup (60g) flour
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Cheesecake Layer

  • 200g cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup (50g) sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla essence

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line a square baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy removal.
  2. Melt Chocolate and Butter: In a saucepan over low heat, gently melt the butter and chopped dark chocolate together until smooth. Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly to avoid cooking the eggs in the next step.
  3. Combine Sugar and Eggs: Add the sugar and eggs to the cooled chocolate mixture. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened, ensuring the eggs are fully incorporated.
  4. Add Dry Ingredients: Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gently fold these into the wet mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix. Pour the majority of the brownie batter into your prepared pan, reserving a few spoonfuls for swirling on top.
  5. Prepare Cheesecake Mixture: In a separate bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla essence until the mixture is smooth and creamy without lumps.
  6. Layer Cheesecake Over Brownie: Pour the cheesecake batter evenly over the brownie layer in the pan, spreading it out carefully to cover the base.
  7. Create Swirl: Drop spoonfuls of the leftover brownie batter on top of the cheesecake layer. Use a knife to swirl the two batters together gently to create a marbled effect.
  8. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the cheesecake layer is set and the center no longer jiggles.
  9. Cool and Chill: Remove from oven and let the brownies cool completely at room temperature. Once cooled, refrigerate for several hours or overnight to help the cheesecake layer firm up and make slicing easier.
  10. Serve: Once chilled, slice into squares and enjoy your rich, velvety dark chocolate cheesecake brownies!

Notes

  • Ensure the butter and chocolate mixture is not too hot before adding eggs to prevent scrambling.
  • Use full-fat cream cheese for the best texture and flavor in the cheesecake layer.
  • Allow the brownies to chill fully before slicing to get clean, neat pieces.
  • Store leftover brownies covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • For an extra touch, sprinkle some chocolate chips or cocoa nibs on top before baking.

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