RED VELVET CHEESECAKE BROWNIE BARS
These Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownie Bars combine rich, fudgy brownies with creamy cheesecake and a hint of red velvet flavor. They are perfect for dessert lovers wanting a luscious, festive treat that’s easy to make and share.
Ingredients
For the Brownie Layer:
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon red food coloring
For the Cheesecake Layer:
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Prepare Brownie Batter:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, whisk melted butter and sugar. Add eggs and vanilla; mix well. Stir in cocoa powder, flour, salt, baking powder, and red food coloring until combined.
Prepare Cheesecake Filling:
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add egg and vanilla; mix until creamy.
Assemble Bars:
- Pour half the brownie batter into a greased 8x8-inch baking pan. Spread cheesecake mixture evenly over it. Top with remaining brownie batter, swirling gently with a knife.
Bake:
- Bake for 35–40 minutes until edges are set and a toothpick comes out mostly clean. Cool completely before cutting.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Store bars in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Serving Suggestion: Serve chilled or at room temperature, optionally topped with whipped cream.
- Customization: Add white chocolate chips or crushed pecans for extra texture.
- Freezing: Freeze bars for up to 2 months; thaw before serving.