Fudgy Brownie Cheesecake Bars
A delightful combination of rich, fudgy brownies and smooth, creamy cheesecake, these bars are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the brownie layer
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
For the cheesecake layer
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Remove from heat and stir in the sugar, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
- Add in the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder, mixing until just incorporated.
- Spread about two-thirds of the brownie batter into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth. Add in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Spread the cheesecake filling over the brownie layer in the baking pan.
- Drop spoonfuls of the remaining brownie batter on top of the cheesecake layer and use a knife or toothpick to swirl it into the cheesecake.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist cbs.
Cooling and Serving
- Allow the bars to cool in the pan on a wire rack. Once cool, lift them out using the parchment paper and cut into squares.
Notes
Don’t overmix your batter. Use room temperature ingredients for a smooth cheesecake layer. Experiment with different flavors by adding chocolate chips or nuts to the brownie layer.