Easy Cheesecake Brownies with Swirls of Chocolate Bliss

These cheesecake brownies are the ultimate combo of rich, gooey chocolate and creamy vanilla cheesecake 🤍
One pan, two epic layers it’s a bake you'll make again and again!

🔥 Perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or when you can’t decide between cheesecake and brownies 😉

🧁 Why You'll Love This Cheesecake Brownie

✔️ One-bowl brownie base no fuss
✔️ Rich, dark chocolate flavor with a crackly top
✔️ Creamy, tangy cheesecake swirl
✔️ Gorgeous marbled look no decorating skills needed
✔️ Best served chilled: perfect for hot weather!

Tools You'll Need

10" loose-bottom tin (or any deep square tin)
Greaseproof paper
Cake spray or butter/oil
Offset palette knife
Stand or hand mixer
Skewer for swirling

Gemma's Tip: If your tin doesn’t have a loose bottom, line it with long pieces of greaseproof paper so you can lift the whole bake out easily.

❄️ Cool & Serve

✔ Cool for 30 mins at room temp
✔ Chill in fridge until fully set (at least 2 hours)
✔ Slice and enjoy! Even better cold 🍰

💡 Tips for Perfect Cheesecake Brownies

🔸 Use room temperature eggs and cream cheese
🔸 Whip your eggs/sugar well it's key to fudgy texture
🔸 Use high-quality 70% chocolate for best flavor
🔸 Don’t overmix the cheesecake once eggs are added
🔸 Add lemon zest for a citrusy twist

📦 How to Store

Keep refrigerated up to 5 days
Freeze for up to 2 months (wrap well in layers)
Best enjoyed chilled or at cool room temp

✨ The Verdict

These cheesecake brownies are rich, tangy, and a total showstopper.
They’re everything you love about two desserts in one bite 😍

💬 “So gooey, so creamy the swirl is stunning and it tastes even better!”
🎉 Make a double batch… because one just won’t last!

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Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 35 mins

Rest Time 120 mins

Total Time 2 hrs 55 mins

Cooking Method: Baking

Cuisine: Pastries & Treats

Courses: Dessert

Difficulty: Beginner

Cooking Temp: 170 C

Servings: 12

Estimated Cost: 10

Calories: 430 kcl

Best Season: Summer

Description

These cheesecake brownies are the perfect mix of rich chocolate and tangy vanilla cheesecake. With a crackly brownie top, creamy swirls, and a chilled finish, they’re ideal for summer parties, bake sales, or anytime you need a wow-worthy treat. Easy to make and stunning to serve!

Ingredients

✨ For the Brownie Layer (10” tin)

220 g dark chocolate (70%)
220 g unsalted butter
440 g caster sugar
4 large eggs
180 g all-purpose flour
60 g cocoa powder
¾ tsp baking powder
¾ tsp salt

🤍 For the Cheesecake Layer

500 g cream cheese (room temp)
110 g caster sugar
2 large eggs
½ tsp pure vanilla extract

1️⃣ Prep the Tin

1
🧁 Use a 10" round loose-bottom tin (or line with long strips of baking paper if using fixed-base)
2
🧈 Spray with oil or grease well before lining

2️⃣ Make the Brownie Batter

3
✔ Melt chocolate + butter together in microwave (30 sec bursts)
4
✔ Whisk sugar + eggs (3–4 min until pale and thick)
5
✔ Mix in melted chocolate/butter on low speed
6
✔ Add flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt
7
✔ Mix until just combined — don't overbeat
8
✔ Save a few spoonfuls of batter for swirling
9
✔ Pour the rest into tin and smooth out

3️⃣ Make the Cheesecake Mixture

10
✔ Beat cream cheese + sugar
11
✔ Add eggs + vanilla
12
✔ Mix until smooth and creamy (about 4–5 mins)

4️⃣ Layer & Swirl

13
✔ Pour cheesecake over brownie layer
14
✔ Loosen reserved brownie batter with a bit of hot water
15
✔ Dot the top with brownie batter
16
✔ Swirl with a skewer or knife for that marbled effect

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 27g42%
Saturated Fat 16g80%
Trans Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 115mg39%
Sodium 170mg8%
Potassium 190mg6%
Total Carbohydrate 42g15%
Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Sugars 34g

Vitamin A 950 IU
Calcium 65 mg
Molybdenum 2 mcg
Chloride 95 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

🔥 Bake It Up

Preheat oven to 170°C fan (340°F)
Bake for 30–35 mins — cheesecake should be set with a slight jiggle
A skewer should come out mostly clean with a bit of gooey brownie

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