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Cherry Cheesecake Brownie Bars

Cherry Cheesecake Brownie Bars for a Decadent Delight

Delicious Cherry Cheesecake Brownie Bars bring rich chocolate and creamy cheesecake together for a sweet indulgence.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownie Base
  • 1 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 cups sugar can use brown sugar
  • 4 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract pure is ideal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
  • ¾ cup cocoa powder Dutch-processed enhances flavor
  • ½ teaspoon salt balances sweetness
For the Cheesecake Layer
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • ½ cup sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure works best
For the Cherry Topping
  • 1 can cherry pie filling or use frozen cherries

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Sifter

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine melted butter and sugar for 2 minutes.
  3. Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually combine dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just mixed.
  6. Transfer the brownie batter to the prepared pan.
  7. In another bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add egg and vanilla, mixing until creamy.
  8. Pour the cheesecake mixture over the brownie layer evenly.
  9. Dollop cherry pie filling on top and swirl gently to create marbled patterns.
  10. Bake for 30 minutes, until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
  11. Let cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature and mix gently to maintain texture.

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