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Decadent Cherry Vanilla Cheesecake Swirl Brownies

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These brownies combine a fudgy chocolate base with a creamy vanilla cheesecake swirl and juicy cherries for a rich, indulgent dessert that’s quick and easy to make.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup (95g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1/3 cup (35g) unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/3 cup (67g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp (8g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (150g) frozen cherries, thawed and roughly chopped
  • 2 tbsp (25g) granulated sugar (for macerating cherries)
  • 1 tsp lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides.
  2. In a small bowl, combine thawed cherries with 2 tablespoons sugar and 1 teaspoon lemon juice. Stir gently and set aside to macerate.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk melted butter and 1 cup sugar until combined. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined.
  5. In a medium bowl, beat softened cream cheese with 1/3 cup sugar until smooth. Add egg yolk, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 tablespoon flour; mix until smooth and spreadable.
  6. Pour half of brownie batter into prepared pan, spreading evenly. Dollop half of cheesecake mixture over batter, then scatter half of cherry mixture on top. Repeat layers with remaining brownie batter, cheesecake, and cherries.
  7. Using a toothpick or skewer, gently swirl cheesecake and cherry layers through brownie batter to create a marbled effect. Avoid over-swirl.
  8. Bake for 35-40 minutes until edges are set and center is slightly moist but not jiggly. A toothpick inserted into brownie part should come out with moist crumbs but no wet batter.
  9. Cool brownies completely in pan on wire rack (about 1.5 hours). Use parchment overhang to lift brownies out and cut into 16 squares.
  10. Optional: Chill brownies in fridge for 30 minutes before slicing for cleaner cuts.

Notes

[‘Do not overmix the batter to keep brownies tender and fudgy.’, ‘Keep cream cheese at room temperature for smooth cheesecake swirl.’, ‘Use a light hand when swirling to maintain distinct marbled layers.’, ‘Check baking time closely; underbaking causes gooey brownies, overbaking dries them out.’, ‘Chilling brownies after cooling helps with cleaner slicing.’, ‘For gluten-free, substitute flour with 1:1 gluten-free baking flour blend.’, ‘For dairy-free, use plant-based cream cheese and coconut oil instead of butter.’, ‘Toss cherries in a little flour before mixing to prevent sinking.’, ‘Add chopped nuts or chocolate chips for texture variations.’]

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