Rich Raspberry Cheesecake Brownies (Print Version)

Fudgy chocolate brownies layered with creamy cheesecake and fresh raspberry swirls. A decadent dessert combining three favorite flavors.

# Ingredients:

→ Brownie Base

01 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
02 - 1 cup granulated sugar
03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
06 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon baking powder

→ Cheesecake Swirl

09 - 1 cup cream cheese, softened
10 - 1/4 cup powdered sugar
11 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Raspberry Swirl

12 - 1/2 cup raspberry puree (fresh or frozen)

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease baking pan.
02 - Mix melted butter and sugar, then add eggs and vanilla. Stir in cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder until just combined.
03 - Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
04 - Spread half brownie batter in pan, dollop with cream cheese mixture and raspberry puree. Swirl with knife, add remaining batter.
05 - Bake 25-30 minutes until toothpick comes out clean.

# Notes and Tips:

01 - Can use fresh or frozen raspberries
02 - Best served chilled