Description
These Heart Shaped Brownies with Raspberry Swirl and Cheesecake Topping are a delightful treat combining rich chocolate and tangy raspberry, perfect for special occasions. Their simple preparation makes them an ideal choice for anyone craving a delicious homemade dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup raspberries
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend)
- 3/4 cup Dutch-process cocoa powder, sifted
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 + 2 tbsp cup refined coconut oil or neutral oil
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
Instructions
- Simmer raspberries, sugar, and vanilla extract; strain and cool.
- Beat cream cheese with sugar until smooth, add egg and vanilla; mix until creamy.
- Whisk flour, cocoa, and salt together; set aside.
- Mix oil, sugar, and vanilla; add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
- Fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.
- Spread brownie batter in baking dish, layer with cheesecake, and swirl raspberry sauce on top.
- Bake at 350°F for 30-35 minutes; cool completely before refrigerating.
Notes
Do not overmix the brownie batter for optimal fudginess.
Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for smooth texture.
Chill brownies for at least 2 hours before cutting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg