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Heart-Shaped Brownies with Raspberry Swirl and Cheesecake Recipe

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Delight in these decadent Heart Shaped Brownies with a luscious raspberry swirl and creamy cheesecake layer. Rich, fudgy brownies meet tangy raspberry sauce and smooth cheesecake for a beautiful marbled dessert perfect for special occasions or everyday indulgence.

Ingredients

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Brownie Layer

  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup (35g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup (65g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder

Cheesecake Layer

  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Raspberry Swirl

  • 1/2 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Raspberry Sauce: Combine raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir frequently until raspberries break down and the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat, strain through a fine sieve to remove seeds, then allow the sauce to cool completely.
  2. Make the Brownie Batter: Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, whisk melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth. Sift cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder into the bowl and gently fold until just combined. Pour the batter into the pan and spread evenly.
  3. Prepare the Cheesecake Layer: In a separate bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar with an electric mixer until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla extract, then continue to beat until creamy and fully combined.
  4. Assemble and Swirl: Drop spoonfuls of cheesecake batter evenly over the brownie batter. Drizzle the cooled raspberry sauce on top. Using a toothpick or skewer, gently swirl the raspberry sauce through the cheesecake layer to create a marbled effect, being careful not to over-swirl.
  5. Bake the Brownies: Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until the cheesecake layer is set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs but no raw batter. Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  6. Cut Into Heart Shapes: Once cooled, use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut individual brownie hearts. To keep edges clean, wipe the cutter with a warm, damp cloth between each cut.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Serve the heart-shaped brownies as is or garnish with fresh raspberries or a dusting of powdered sugar. Enjoy slightly warm or at room temperature!

Notes

  • Use room temperature cream cheese for smooth cheesecake batter.
  • For a stronger raspberry flavor, use fresh raspberries if available.
  • Chilling the brownies briefly before cutting can make handling easier.
  • Store brownies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

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