Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies
These Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies combine the rich texture of red velvet cake with creamy cheesecake, all in a delightful brownie form. Perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Brownie Ingredients
- 1 box red velvet cake mix
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs Use fresh eggs for best results.
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips Use semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips.
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
Cream Cheese Layer Ingredients
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened Ensure it is at room temperature for smooth mixing.
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan with a little oil or cooking spray.
Brownie Batter
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the entire box of red velvet cake mix, vegetable oil, and eggs. Stir until blended into a smooth batter.
- Pour about two-thirds of the red velvet mixture into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly.
Cream Cheese Mixture
- In another bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture over the red velvet layer in the baking pan and create a swirl design using a knife.
Assembly and Baking
- Pour the remaining brownie batter over the cream cheese layer and spread it gently.
- Sprinkle the top with chocolate chips and dust with cocoa powder.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes. Check doneness with a toothpick; it should come out clean.
- Allow the brownies to cool in the pan before cutting into squares.
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Notes
Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of powdered sugar for added elegance. Perfectly paired with vanilla ice cream.