Strawberry Cheesecake Brownies

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Strawberry Cheesecake Brownies are simple homemade brownies swirled with a layer of cheesecake and macerated strawberries. A wonderful way to enjoy cheesecake and brownies at the same time! This dessert is going to be a sweet new hit!

Strawberry Cheesecake Brownies Ingredients

• Salted Butter: I like to use salted butter in my baked goods. You can use unsalted butter, but add ½ teaspoon of salt to the brownie batter to help balance out the sweetness.
• Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
• Sugar
• Eggs
• Pure Vanilla Extract
• Unbleached All Purpose Flour: If you prefer you can use whole wheat flour, white whole wheat flour or a blend of white and wheat.
• Cream Cheese
• Strawberries: Fresh or frozen strawberries can be used. Fresh is best, but frozen will work. Thaw the frozen berries, drain them, then chop and macerate. If there is too much liquid with the frozen berries, it can help to simmer them on the stove for a bit to thicken them up and then allow it to cool completely. Strawberry preserves or jam can also be used. You will need about a cup of jam.

How to Make Strawberry Cheesecake Swirled Brownies

1. First step is to macerate the strawberries. Finely chop the strawberries to equal one cup.
2. Stir 1 tablespoon of sugar into the chopped strawberries and set aside.
3. Next step is to make the brownie batter. Whisk together the melted butter and cocoa powder in a large mixing bowl until smooth.

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4. Add the sugar and combine well.
5. Whisk in the eggs and vanilla extract until completely smooth.
6. Stir in flour just until fully incorporated. The batter is thick.
7. Spread batter into a parchment lined and greased 9x13 baking dish. An offset spatula works best for spreading. Hold the parchment in place with clothes line clips.

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8. Now it's time to make the cheesecake filling. In a stand mixer or with hand beaters, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Try to eliminate all lumps so the cheesecake layer is smooth. You can also use a food processor.
9. Next beat in the sugar until well combined, then add the egg and vanilla extract. Beat until fully combined, smooth and creamy.
10. Dollop the cheesecake over the brownie batter, 3 columns and 5 rows works the best for even swirling.

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11. Now, top the dollops of cheesecake with the strawberries and their juices. About a tablespoon of strawberries over each dollop.
12. Next, take a skewer or chop stick and drag it through the brownie batter starting with the rows, going back and forth through each row only once. Then drag through the columns only once as well. It will create a wonderful swirl.

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13. Bake the brownies in a 350°F oven for 45-50 minutes until the center is set with a slight jiggle and the edges of the cheesecake are just starting to turn golden brown. The top should not be browned.
14. Let the brownies cool completely and then chill for at least 2 hours or overnight.
15. Slice, serve and enjoy!

Tips for Strawberry Cheesecake Brownies

• Line the baking dish with parchment leaving an one inch over lap on the sides. Secure the sides in place with clothes line clips or binder clips. Then spray the parchment with non stick spray. Remove the clips before baking.
• Spread the brownie batter out with an offset spatula, it makes it a lot easier since the batter is pretty thick.
• Make sure to use softened, room temperature cream cheese and beat it first before adding anything else. This helps eliminate any lumps and ensures it will all incorporate properly. Cheesecake can be finicky so it is important to follow the directions listed.
• Don't swirl the brownies too much or it will all just blend together. Start with the rows dragging the chop stick back and forth once through the rows and then doing the same with the columns.
• If your cheesecake filling is too thin (which means it wasn't mixed properly), you can still use it. Spread it out over the brownies, then dollop the strawberries and swirl the strawberries into the cheesecake. It will taste equally delicious and be just as pretty.

Storing Cheesecake Brownies

Since the brownies have cream cheese in them they need to be stored in the fridge. Store the brownies in an air tight container between layers of wax paper in the fridge for up to 4 days. These brownies are so delicious when served cold.

Other Delicious Brownie Recipes:

• Rocky Road Brownies
• Old Fashioned Frosted Brownies
• Peanut Butter Brownie Bars
• Butterscotch Brownies
• Dark Chocolate Walnut Brownies
• Classic Homemade Brownies
• Peanut Butter Banana Brownies
• Frosted Zucchini Brownies
• Spiderweb Brownies