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Decadent Heart-Shaped Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies

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Rich red velvet brownie base topped with luscious cheesecake swirls, shaped into charming hearts. Perfect for Valentine’s Day or any special occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 3/4 cup (90g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder (Dutch-process preferred)
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) buttermilk, room temperature
  • 2 tbsp red food coloring (gel-based)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8 inch pan or line with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth and shiny, about 2 minutes. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each.
  3. Mix in red food coloring, vanilla extract, and buttermilk until combined and smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined; do not overmix.
  5. Using a mixer, beat cream cheese and sugar until fluffy and smooth, about 2-3 minutes. Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
  6. Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Dollop half the cheesecake mixture over the brownie layer.
  7. Add remaining brownie batter on top, then dollop the rest of the cheesecake mixture.
  8. Use a toothpick or skewer to gently swirl the cheesecake through the brownie batter, creating a marbled effect without overmixing.
  9. Bake for 30-35 minutes until edges are set and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs; center will be slightly soft.
  10. Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours to set before cutting.
  11. Optional: Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut individual brownies for presentation.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs and cream cheese for smooth mixing. Sift cocoa and flour to avoid clumps. Be gentle folding dry ingredients to keep brownies tender. Swirl cheesecake gently to maintain pattern. Chill brownies for at least 2 hours before cutting. Store in airtight container in fridge up to 5 days or freeze up to 3 months.

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