Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies
Indulge in these vibrant and creamy Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies, combining the rich flavors of red velvet cake and a smooth cream cheese layer for a delightful dessert experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 16 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 box red velvet cake mix
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9 inch baking pan.
- Combine the red velvet cake mix, vegetable oil, and eggs in a large mixing bowl; stir until smooth.
- Spread half of the red velvet batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Beat together softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla in another bowl until smooth, then mix in flour.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture over the red velvet layer.
- Drop spoonfuls of the remaining batter on top and create a marbled effect with a knife.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips on top, if desired.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan before cutting into squares.
Notes
For fudgier brownies, substitute applesauce for half of the oil. Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth batter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg