Blackberry Cheesecake Brownies
Indulge in these rich and fudgy Blackberry Cheesecake Brownies – a perfect blend of tangy blackberries, creamy cheesecake, and decadent chocolate.
Servings: 9 pieces
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup blackberry preserves
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8-inch baking dish.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup sugar, 2 eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla.
- Mix in cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder until smooth.
- Pour 3/4 of the brownie batter into the prepared pan.
- In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese, 1/4 cup sugar, 1 egg, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla until smooth.
- Spread the cheesecake mixture over the brownie batter in the pan.
- Dollop the remaining brownie batter and blackberry preserves over the top. Swirl with a knife to create a marbled effect.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Let cool completely before slicing and serving.