Description
These decadent brownies feature a swirl of red velvet and creamy cheesecake, perfect for a special treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Add oil, red food coloring, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients; mix until smooth.
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cheesecake mixture onto the brownie batter and swirl with a knife.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.
Notes
For a more vibrant red color, use gel food coloring. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Protein: 4g