Cream Cheese Brownies (often called Cheesecake Brownies) are the ultimate indulgence for those who can’t decide between two world-class desserts. You get the dense, fudgy, cocoa-rich base of a brownie swirled with a tangy, silky cheesecake topping.
The secret to those beautiful “store-bought” swirls is temperature. If your cream cheese is cold, it won’t swirl; it will just sit in clumps.
Prep time: 20 mins | Bake time: 30–35 mins
1. The Ingredients
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The Fudgy Brownie Base:
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½ cup Unsalted butter (melted).
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1 cup Granulated sugar.
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1 Large egg + 1 tsp Vanilla extract.
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1/3 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder.
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½ cup All-purpose flour + ¼ tsp Salt.
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The Cheesecake Swirl:
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8 oz Cream cheese (Softened to room temperature—this is vital!).
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1/3 cup Granulated sugar.
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1 Large egg yolk.
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½ tsp Vanilla extract.
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2. Step-by-Step Instructions
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