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Pieces of Strawberry Cheesecake Brownies on a wire rack

Strawberry Cheesecake Brownies

These Strawberry cheesecake brownies have a rich, fudgy brownie base topped with a creamy, strawberry-infused cheesecake swirl. It’s perfect for parties, gatherings, or a sweet treat anytime!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course baking, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 16 Brownies

Equipment

  • 1 8 inch square pan
  • 1 Stand Mixer

Ingredients
 
 

For the brownie batter:

  • 5 ounces semisweet or bittersweet chocolate coarsely chopped
  • ½ cup unsalted butter cut into pieces
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder regular unsweetened or Dutch-processed
  • 1 cup granulated white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs at room temperature
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

For the Strawberry Cheesecake Swirl:

  • 1 cup cream cheese softened
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup prepared strawberry jam

For the Strawberry Jam:

  • 1 cup strawberries chopped
  • ¼ cup granulated white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions
 

Prepare the Strawberry Swirl:

  • In a small saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice.
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring, until the strawberries break down and the sauce thickens (about 5 minutes).
  • Remove from heat and let it cool while you prepare the other layers.

Make the Cheesecake Batter:

  • In a bowl, beat softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth.
  • Add egg, strawberry jam and vanilla extract, mixing until the mixture is lump free and fully combined.

Make the Brownie Batter:

  • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C). Line the bottom and sides of an 8 inch (20 cm) square baking pan with parchment paper.
  • Melt the chocolate and butter in a large heatproof bowl, placed over a saucepan of simmering water or in a microwave in 30 second intervals.Set aside to cool slightly.
  • In the bowl of your mixer beat the eggs and both sugars at high speed for 4-5 mins until tripled in volume and the sugars are completely dissolved.
  • Slowly beat in the the melted chocolate mixture and vanilla extract to the whipped eggs and sugar.
  • With the mixer on low stir in the flour, cocoa powder and salt until until no dry spots remain, making sure not to over mix the batter
  • Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly using the back of a spoon.

Add the Strawberry Swirl:

  • Spread the prepared cheesecake filling over the brownie batter
  • Spoon the cooled strawberry sauce over the cheesecake layer.
  • Use a knife or toothpick to gently swirl the sauce into the cheesecake layer.

Bake & Cool:

  • Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the center is set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean with a few moist crumbs.
  • Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before slicing. For best results, refrigerate for a couple of hours before cutting.

Notes

You can use your favorite store bought strawberry jam in case you don't to make fresh.
Serving Suggestion: Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent dessert.
Make it extra fruity: Add a few drops of strawberry extract to the cheesecake mixture or more chopped strawberries.
For best results, refrigerate for a couple of hours before cutting.Chilling would allow you get cleaner slices
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