Cheesecake Brownies – Scrumptiously rich and fudgy brownies topped with a creamy cheesecake layer with a brownie swirl. A perfect cheesecake brownie combination!
Do you love brownies? Do you love cheesecake? Well, today I have combined the two to create these delicious Cheesecake Brownies! A thick and fudgy brownie layer topped with a creamy, thick layer of cheesecake. And I’ve topped it off by swirling some more brownie into the cheesecake layer. Absolutely divine!
This recipe is another quick and easy one to throw together. Simply make the brownie batter in one bowl, and the cheesecake batter in another, bake the brownies until almost done, top with the cheesecake, swirl some brownie batter into it, and bake again. Cool to room temperature, and then refrigerate. Done!
Enjoy!
Cheesecake Brownies
Ingredients
For the Brownies
- 1 and 1/4 sticks unsalted butter 140g, melted
- 1 and 1/4 cups granulated sugar 250g
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder 75g
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs cold
- 1/2 cup plain/all-purpose flour 60g
For the Cheesecake
- 2 and 1/4 cups full fat cream cheese 500g, softened
- 1/2 cup caster/granulated sugar 100g
- 1 large egg room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup plain/all-purpose flour 30g
Instructions
For the Brownies
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Preheat the oven to 180C/350F/Gas 4. Line the bottom and sides of an 8x8" baking pan with aluminium foil, leaving an overhang on two opposite sides. Set aside.
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Whisk together the butter, sugar, salt, and cocoa powder. Stir in the vanilla extract, then mix in the eggs, one at a time. Fold in the flour until fully incorporated, beating until thick and shiny, about 40 - 50 strokes.
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Reserve 1/4 cup of the batter, and set aside. Pour the remaining batter into the prepared pan, and spread out evenly. Bake for 15 - 20 minutes, or until the centre of the brownies is mostly set. Allow to cool in the pan on a wire rack whilst preparing the cheesecake.
For the Cheesecake
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Using a handheld or stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the cream cheese and sugar until combined. Beat in the egg, then fold in the vanilla extract, and flour.
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Pour the mixture over the brownie layer and spread out evenly. Spoon the reserved brownie batter on top, and using a toothpick, create swirls.
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Bake for 20 - 30 minutes or until the cheesecake centre is almost set, but still a little jiggly. Allow to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for 4 - 5 hours. Cut into bars, and serve.
Notes
You can store the brownies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze them for up to 2 – 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
48 Comments
Hanady
May 16, 2016 at 10:07 amThis looks absolutely decadent and delicious!! Going to surprise my hubby with this when he gets back from Paris!
Marsha
May 16, 2016 at 10:18 amThanks, Hanady! I hope you give these a try!
Gloria @ Homemade & Yummy
May 16, 2016 at 11:54 amThose look like divine little bites of goodness. I love cheesecake, and eating it in square form is even better.
Marsha
May 16, 2016 at 12:34 pmThanks, Gloria!
Jenn @ Peas and Crayons
May 16, 2016 at 12:06 pmGosh girl you have a way with dessert! These cheesecake brownies look positively delicious! Also – I mean to ask – what FB sharing slider thingie do you use? It’s super cute!
Marsha
May 16, 2016 at 12:37 pmThanks, Jenn! I use the Shareaholic sharing buttons 🙂
Just Jo
May 16, 2016 at 12:16 pmOoo now that’s a cheesecake brownie! Finally a recipe with a proper cheesecake:brownie ratio. Love the look of these, deffo trying them 😀
Marsha
May 16, 2016 at 12:38 pmThanks, Jo! 🙂
Christie
May 16, 2016 at 12:43 pmI love the layers and swirl on top. What a great dessert to bring to a potluck. They would be gone in seconds.
Marsha
May 16, 2016 at 3:06 pmThanks, Christie!
Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary
May 16, 2016 at 6:57 pmCheesecake and brownies together in one?! Yes please! Those swirls are so pretty, Marsha! Cheers, girl!
Marsha
May 16, 2016 at 7:00 pmThanks, Cheyanne!
Amanda
May 16, 2016 at 8:24 pmI am a hardcore brownie and cheesecake fan so these look like heaven. And the swirl is so pretty!
Marsha
May 16, 2016 at 9:05 pmThanks, Amanda!
Lindsey @ Butter & Type
May 16, 2016 at 9:08 pmThis recipe is right up my alley. I wish we lived closer so I could get some from you, haha! Also, that swirl is so on point. Love it.
Marsha
May 17, 2016 at 8:16 amThanks, Lindsey! 🙂
James
May 17, 2016 at 3:58 amI’ve been planning on making something like this for a long time, so I’m very glad I stumbled upon your recipe. Definitely pinning for later.
Marsha
May 17, 2016 at 8:16 amThanks, James!
Shelby @ Go Eat and Repeat
May 17, 2016 at 9:17 amYummy! This brownies look gorgeous! I am LOVING the cheesecake in it =)
Marsha
May 17, 2016 at 10:53 amThanks, Shelby! 🙂
Linda @ Today She Loves
May 17, 2016 at 2:52 pmThese are absolutely divine! I love how pretty the swirls are and can imagine these as a perfect Christmas gift, wrapped individually.
Marsha, I’m too lazy to blog/bake. How do you find your inspiration? I feel like I need someone to supervise me to get things done, lol.
Marsha
May 17, 2016 at 3:11 pmThanks, Linda! Haha, I just love to bake! I always look forward to doing a new recipe post 🙂
Linda
May 17, 2016 at 10:34 pmOh okay. I’m going to make this though and bring to work. 🙂 I’ve never made cheesecake before and find it intimidating.
Marsha
May 19, 2016 at 5:52 pmI hope you enjoy, Linda! 🙂
Nicole @ Young, Broke and Hungry
May 17, 2016 at 3:51 pmTalk about decadent! These brownies are made for a tall glass of milk.
Marsha
May 17, 2016 at 5:19 pmThanks, Nicole!
AiPing | Curious Nut
May 18, 2016 at 8:43 amCheesecake and brownie in one? I’m totally sold. Love them both.
Marsha
May 19, 2016 at 5:51 pmThanks, AiPing!
Jo
May 18, 2016 at 7:53 pmThese look so delicious! I love cheesecake and brownies!
Marsha
May 19, 2016 at 5:51 pmThanks, Jo!
Laura @ Laura's Culinary Adventures
May 19, 2016 at 11:53 amWhat a great combination! I really like the thick layer of cheesecake in the middle! Yum!
Marsha
May 19, 2016 at 5:50 pmThanks, Laura!
Tara | Deliciously Declassified
May 20, 2016 at 12:57 pmThese look like absolute perfection! And totally decadent and delicious. Yum!
Marsha
May 22, 2016 at 9:22 pmThanks, Tara!
Adina
May 20, 2016 at 1:53 pmAbsolutely gorgeous! I made some cheesecake brownies recently, they were totally delicious but not as pretty as yours.
Marsha
May 22, 2016 at 9:21 pmThanks, Adina!
Vicki
July 22, 2016 at 12:44 amHi Marsha,
These look fantastic. Can the finished slice be frozen so it can be made ahead of time?
Marsha
July 22, 2016 at 9:38 amThanks, Vicki! You can store the brownies in a airtight container in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze them for up to 2 – 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving. Enjoy!
Nina Bielawski
September 9, 2016 at 3:04 amThese are amazing!!! This was my first time ever making anything like cheesecake, so it seemed like a challenge. But, the recipe was easy to follow and they turned out delicious! I’m in love <3 I'm going to start making these very often, I can't get over how delectable they are. Thank you! 😀
Marsha
September 9, 2016 at 5:24 pmThank you, Nina! I’m so glad you loved them! 🙂
Rin
December 29, 2016 at 6:22 amCan baking paper be used instead of alluminium foil?
Marsha
December 29, 2016 at 2:30 pmYes it can 🙂
Sarah
January 24, 2017 at 11:28 amDo you use 2 8 oz bars of cream cheese?
Marsha
January 24, 2017 at 11:36 amTwo 8 oz bars plus 2 oz.
Nathalie
May 12, 2017 at 8:53 pmThank you very much for this recipe! I baked this as a dessert once, every one loved it! I’m going to make them again for my birthday party this weekend 🙂
Marsha
May 13, 2017 at 12:57 amI’m so glad you enjoyed it, Nathalie! 🙂
Boyan Minchev
July 4, 2017 at 12:27 pmOMG!!! Cheesecake brownies, such a delight. I wish I have them right now, anyway I will cook this recipe this weekend. Thank you for sharing this amazing dessert.
Marsha
July 4, 2017 at 2:01 pmI hope you enjoy!