Description
Indulge in the irresistible Strawberry Cheesecake Brownies, where fudgy chocolate brownies meet creamy cheesecake and fresh strawberries. This delightful dessert is perfect for any occasion, from summer picnics to cozy nights in. Each bite delivers a luxurious blend of flavors and textures that will leave you wanting more.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in cocoa powder and flour until just combined.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until fluffy.
- Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan. Add spoonfuls of the cheesecake mixture on top and swirl with a knife. Pour remaining brownie batter over it.
- Scatter sliced strawberries on top and gently press them into the batter.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until edges are firm but center is slightly soft. Allow to cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in chocolate chips or nuts into the brownie batter. You can also substitute strawberries with raspberries or blueberries for fruity variations.