Description
Cherry Cheesecake Brownies are a decadent dessert that beautifully merges rich chocolate brownies with a creamy cheesecake layer, topped with sweet cherry pie filling. This delightful treat is perfect for any occasion—from birthdays to cozy family nights. With each bite, you’ll enjoy the luscious combination of fudgy brownie, smooth cheesecake, and tart cherries. These brownies are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together melted butter and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt until just combined.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until creamy. Mix in sour cream and sugar until smooth. Add one egg and mix until combined.
- Spread half of the brownie batter into the pan. Layer with cheesecake filling and cherry pie filling, then top with remaining brownie batter.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean from the brownie layer. Allow to cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (60g)
- Calories: 195
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg