Description
Cherry Cheesecake Brownie Bars combine rich, fudgy brownies with a creamy cheesecake layer and sweet cherry pie topping. This decadent dessert is perfect for gatherings or satisfying your sweet tooth with a delightful mix of chocolate, cream cheese, and fruity cherry flavors.
Ingredients
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Brownie Layer
- 1 cup butter (melted)
- 2 cups sugar
- 4 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup cocoa powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
Cheesecake Layer
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 0.5 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Topping
- 1 cup cherry pie filling
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan thoroughly to prevent sticking and set aside.
- Make Brownie Batter: In a large bowl, combine the melted butter and 2 cups of sugar. Add the 4 eggs and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, stirring until fully incorporated.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually mix in 1.5 cups all-purpose flour, 0.5 cup cocoa powder, and 0.5 teaspoon salt into the wet mixture until the brownie batter is smooth and evenly blended. Spread this mixture evenly in the prepared baking pan.
- Prepare Cheesecake Mixture: In a separate bowl, beat 16 ounces of softened cream cheese with 0.5 cup sugar until smooth and creamy. Add 1 egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and mix well until fully combined.
- Layer Cheesecake and Cherry Filling: Pour the cheesecake mixture evenly over the brownie layer in the pan. Then, drop spoonfuls of cherry pie filling over the cheesecake layer, distributing them evenly for bursts of fruity flavor.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes or until the edges of the brownies are set and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Avoid overbaking to keep the cheesecake layer creamy.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely on a wire rack before cutting into squares. Serve and enjoy your delicious cherry cheesecake brownie bars.
Notes
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps in the cheesecake layer.
- Use a toothpick to check for doneness; the center should be mostly set but still moist for the best texture.
- Allow bars to cool completely before cutting to ensure cleaner slices.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Cherry pie filling can be substituted with other fruit fillings for variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: cherry cheesecake brownie bars, cherry brownies, cheesecake brownies, chocolate cherry dessert, brownie bars recipe
