Brownie Cheesecake Bars
Warm, fudgy brownie and silky cheesecake come together in these delicious bars that are perfect for potlucks, birthdays, or any comforting night.
Ingredients
Brownie Layer Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter Melted
- 2 cups granulated sugar Divided use
- 4 large eggs For brownie layer
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder For deep chocolate flavor
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For brownie layer
Cheesecake Layer Ingredients
- 16 oz cream cheese Softened and at room temperature
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar For cheesecake layer
- 2 large eggs For cheesecake layer
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For cheesecake layer
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment with some overhang for easy removal.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in 2 cups of sugar until dissolved. Let cool for a minute.
- Add 4 eggs to the butter-sugar mixture one at a time, whisking after each addition until smooth and slightly glossy.
- Stir in 1 cup flour, 1 cup cocoa powder, and 1 teaspoon vanilla just until combined.
- Spread the brownie batter evenly into the prepared pan.
Cheesecake Layer
- In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese for about 2 minutes until smooth. Add 1/2 cup sugar, 2 eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla; mix until silky.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the brownie layer and drag a knife to create a marbled effect.
Baking
- Bake at 350°F for 30–35 minutes. The edges should be set and the center may jiggle slightly.
- Let cool to room temperature on a wire rack, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing into bars.
Notes
Store leftover bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4–5 days. Individual bars can be wrapped and frozen for up to 2 months.