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Cherry Cheesecake Brownies Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 16 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Delight in these rich and gooey Cherry Cheesecake Brownies, featuring a fudgy whole wheat chocolate brownie base layered with creamy cheesecake filling and topped with sweet cherry pie filling. Perfectly balanced and visually stunning, these brownies bring together the best of chocolate and fruit in every bite, ideal for dessert lovers looking for a decadent treat with a twist.

Ingredients

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Brownie Layer

  • 1 cup butter (melted, cooled slightly)
  • 2 1/2 cups granulated sugar (500g)
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour (or substitute all-purpose) (190g)
  • 1 cup cocoa powder (95g)
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Cheesecake Layer

  • 1 8 oz package cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar

Topping

  • 1/2 can cherry pie filling

Instructions

  1. Prepare Pan and Preheat Oven: Line a 9×13″ baking pan with tin foil and coat it with cooking spray to ensure easy removal and cleanup. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Make Brownie Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth. Add the vanilla extract and eggs, continuing to whisk until fully combined.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the whole wheat flour, cocoa powder, and salt until the batter becomes thick and uniform in texture.
  4. Layer Brownie Batter: Spread just over half of the brownie batter evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan, creating the brownie base.
  5. Prepare Cheesecake Filling: Using an electric mixer, beat the cream cheese, egg, vanilla extract, and sugar together until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  6. Add Cheesecake Layer: Spread the cheesecake mixture evenly over the layer of brownie batter in the pan.
  7. Top with Cherry Pie Filling: Spoon dollops of the cherry pie filling over the cheesecake layer, then gently spread to slightly cover the surface.
  8. Top with Remaining Brownie Batter: Drop spoonfuls of the remaining brownie batter over the cherry layer. Spread gently to cover as much of the filling as possible, smoothing out the surface as best as you can.
  9. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes. The center should appear set but might still jiggle slightly, indicating moist and gooey brownies.
  10. Cool and Serve: Let the brownies cool to room temperature before cutting. For cleaner slices, refrigerate for a few hours, although these brownies are delicious even when cut warm.

Notes

  • Using whole wheat flour adds a nutty flavor and boosts fiber, but you can substitute all-purpose flour for a lighter texture.
  • The slight jiggle in the center after baking ensures the brownies remain moist and fudgy.
  • Refrigeration before slicing helps achieve neater pieces but is optional if you prefer warm brownies.
  • If using dark non-stick pans, check the brownies at 30 minutes as baking times may vary slightly.

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