Description
Red velvet cheesecake brownies blend rich chocolate depths with tangy cream cheese swirls, creating a luxurious dessert that promises pure indulgence. Chocolate lovers will savor each decadent layer of this irresistible Southern-inspired treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 box red velvet cake mix
- 1 package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup (67 grams) sugar
Flavoring:
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly combine red velvet cake mix with vegetable oil and eggs until a smooth, consistent batter forms.
- Pour approximately two-thirds of the red velvet batter into the prepared baking pan, creating an even base layer.
- In a separate bowl, whip cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture becomes silky and well-integrated.
- Carefully spread the cream cheese mixture across the red velvet base, ensuring complete and uniform coverage.
- Dollop the remaining red velvet batter in random spoonfuls over the cream cheese layer.
- Using a knife, create artistic swirls by gently dragging the utensil through both batters, generating a marbled visual effect.
- Transfer the pan to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, watching for set edges and a slightly firm center.
- Remove from oven and allow brownies to cool completely at room temperature for precise cutting.
- Once cooled, slice into square portions and serve.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use melted butter instead of vegetable oil in the red velvet base.
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature to create a smoother, lump-free mixture.
- To prevent sticking, line the baking dish with parchment paper with overhanging edges for easy removal.
- Chill brownies completely before cutting for cleaner, more precise squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 285 kcal
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg