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Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies

Published by Meaghan on February 4, 2022 | last updated on February 7, 2022.

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Red velvet cheesecake brownies feature a rich, fudge-y red velvet brownie layer marbled with creamy cheesecake layer. This dessert is sure to make anyone’s heart skip a beat at first bite.

two red velvet cheesecake brownies stacked on top of a white piece of parchment paper

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Valentine’s Day is almost upon us again.

And while I am not one to go over-the-top budget-wise for the day, I really do enjoy doing little things for my guys for the occasion.

By far one of their favorite treats to come home to on that day are my red velvet cheesecake brownies.

And what’s not to love? They’re a perfect combination of three of our favorite desserts: red velvet cake, cheesecake, and brownies. And it’s wonderful. 

And red, lots of red, because L O V E. 

red velvet cheesecake brownie squares in a pile on a parchment paper covered cutting board

What makes a cake red velvet?

Red velvet is very similar to chocolate cake and very popular in the south.

The cake normally features buttermilk, vinegar, cocoa powder, and cream cheese frosting.

These red velvet bars play with that flavor combination and with the chocolate flavor from the brownies and tangy cream cheese flavor from the cheesecake.

Ingredients

To make this you’ll need:

an overhead image showing the measured ingredients needed for red velvet cheesecake brownies

  • Butter– Use unsalted butter or the bars will end up too salty.
  • Chocolate– Baker’s chocolate bars you’ve coarsely chopped. Either semi sweet or dark.
  • Sugar– Granulated.
  • Eggs– At room temperature.
  • Vanilla extract– Go for the real stuff over imitation for best flavor.
  • Red food coloring– How you get that deep red velvet color.
  • Flour– All purpose.
  • Salt– A pinch to balance the sweetness.
  • Cream cheese– Full fat cream cheese at room temperature

red velvet brownie batter in a foil lined baking dish

How to Make

Line an 8×8 or 9×9″ baking pan with aluminum foil and spray it lightly with non-stick cooking spray. Set the prepared pan aside.

Then melt the chopped chocolate and butter in a microwave safe bowl, microwaving in 15 second intervals until the chocolate is melted.

Stir in between each interval. The mixture is ready when they are completely melted and smooth. Set it aside to cool for a bit.

dollops of cream cheese batter on top of red velvet brownie batter in a foiled lined baking dish

Then in a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, vanilla extract and red food coloring.

Once that is combined, stir in the chocolate butter mixture until smooth.

Then stir the flour and salt into the bowl until everything is just combined and no streaks of the dry ingredients remain.

Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread it out into an even layer with a spatula.

swirled ribbons of red velvet cheesecake brownie batter in an aluminum foil lined baking dish

Now make the cheesecake mixture by beating together the cream cheese, sugar, egg and vanilla extract in the bowl of a stand mixer until the mixture’s smooth.

Use a large spoon to drop the cheesecake mixture in dollops onto the top of the prepared brownie batter and gently swirl the two batters together with the end of a butter knife.

baked red velvet cheesecake brownies in an aluminum foil lined baking dish

Bake at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes, or until the brownies and cheesecake are both set and a knife or toothpick inserted into the middle of the cheesecake mixture comes out clean.

Let the brownies to cool in the pan completely before slicing and serving, either at room temperature or chilled.

Enjoy!

red velvet cheesecake brownie squares in a pile on a parchment paper covered cutting board

Storing

Because of the cheesecake swirl, you should always store these red velvet brownies in the fridge and not on your counter top.

To store, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap so they don’t dry out. Refrigerate for up to a week.

red velvet cheesecake brownie squares in a pile on a parchment paper covered cutting board

Tips and Tricks

  • The batter should be red, but if you don’t think it’s red enough, add an extra 1/2 tsp of red food coloring.
  • Make sure not to burn the chocolate. It will seize up and be unusable if you do.
  • When the cheesecake brownies are done, the edges should be browning slightly but the middle should just be set.

red velvet cheesecake brownie squares in a pile on a parchment paper covered cutting board

Other Brownie Bars You’ll Love

These red velvet cheesecake brownie bars are one of our favorite treats for Valentine’s Day or anytime we want a chocolate cheesecake fix. Make it and show someone how much you love them today!

Looking for other brownie bar recipes? Try these:

  • Oreo Cheesecake Brownies
  • Copycat Little Debbie Cosmic Brownies
  • Butterfinger Cheesecake Brownies
  • Buckeye Brownies

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red velvet cheesecake brownie squares in a pile on a parchment paper covered cutting board

Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies

Red velvet cheesecake brownies feature a rich, fudge-y red velvet brownie layer marbled with creamy cheesecake layer. This dessert is sure to make anyone’s heart skip a beat at first bite.
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Course: Brownies, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 272kcal
Author: Meaghan @ 4 Sons R Us
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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 oz dark or semi sweet, chocolate, coarsely chopped
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 tsp red food coloring
  • 2/3 cup all purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 8 oz cream cheese room temperature
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
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Instructions

  • Line an 8x8 or 9x9" (the smaller will yield slightly thicker brownies) baking pan with aluminum foil and lightly grease it with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Use a double boiler or a microwave/microwave safe bowl to melt the butter and chocolate together. Stirring together until they're completely melted and the chocolate is very smooth. Set it aside to cool for a bit.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, vanilla extract and red food coloring. Add in the chocolate mixture and stir until smooth. The batter should be red, but if you don't think it's red *enough*, add an extra 1/2 tsp of red food coloring. Add flour and salt into the bowl and stir until everything is just combined and no streaks of the dry ingredients remain.
  • Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and use a spatula to spread it out into an even layer.
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat together the cream cheese, sugar, egg and vanilla extract until the mixture's smooth. Use a large spoon to drop the cheesecake mixture in dollops onto the top of the prepared brownie batter. Use a butter knife to gently swirl the two batters together.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes, or until the brownies and cheesecake are both set. A knife, or toothpick, inserted into the middle of the cheesecake mixture should come out clean and the edges will be lightly browned.
  • Allow the brownies to cool in the pan completely before slicing and serving, either at room temperature or chilled.

Notes

  • The batter should be red, but if you don't think it's red enough, add an extra 1/2 tsp of red food coloring.
  • Make sure not to burn the chocolate. It will seize up and be unusable if you do.
  • When the cheesecake brownies are done, the edges should be browning slightly but the middle should just be set.

Nutrition

Calories: 272kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 193mg | Potassium: 49mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 550IU | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1mg
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recipe originally published January 27, 2016

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  1. Carlee says

    January 27, 2016 at 10:18 am

    Yummy! I want to come home to these on Valentine’s day too!

    Reply
    • 4sonsrus says

      January 28, 2016 at 5:20 pm

      They’re the perfect little pick me up, especially on V-Day šŸ™‚

      Reply
  2. Emmi says

    January 27, 2016 at 11:54 pm

    WOW! They look so amazing!! It seems, that this recipe is quite easy to make, so it is perfect for me! I’ ll give it a try! Thank you for this inspiration!
    Have a nice day!

    Reply
    • 4sonsrus says

      January 28, 2016 at 8:43 am

      It is easy, isn’t it wonderful?! Thanks, and I know you’re going to love them šŸ™‚

      Reply
  3. Quinn Caudill says

    January 29, 2016 at 10:33 am

    We must be on the same wavelength. I reposted something like that yesterday. Yours look amazing. Have a great weekend.

    Reply
  4. Mila says

    January 30, 2016 at 3:17 pm

    Brownies look lovely, you’ve got the nice pinkish color! šŸ™‚

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    • 4sonsrus says

      January 30, 2016 at 10:27 pm

      Thanks, Mila!

      Reply
  5. Jhuls says

    January 31, 2016 at 5:28 am

    Red velvet and brownies = yum!

    Reply
    • 4sonsrus says

      January 31, 2016 at 11:38 am

      Exactly.

      Reply
  6. Michele @ Alwayzbakin says

    February 2, 2016 at 6:37 am

    Meaghan, these red velvet cheesecake brownies sound amazing! I wish I had one RIGHT now! I can see why your family looks forward to them!

    Reply
    • 4sonsrus says

      February 2, 2016 at 7:13 am

      Thanks, Michelle! I’m sitting here sipping my coffee and wondering if I can convince myself that they’re a socially acceptable breakfast item.

      Reply
  7. Katie says

    February 2, 2016 at 9:10 pm

    Meaghan these look outstanding and so pretty! Pinning for later, thanks for being a bloggy friend! šŸ™‚

    Reply
    • 4sonsrus says

      February 3, 2016 at 3:21 pm

      Same to you Katie, and I’m so glad you liked them. Thanks for the pin!

      Reply
  8. Sonal says

    February 6, 2016 at 9:29 pm

    What a gorgeous color for brownies! Absolutely loved these!!

    Reply
    • 4sonsrus says

      February 6, 2016 at 10:20 pm

      Thanks!

      Reply

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