Blackberry Cheesecake Brownies: A Fudgy, Fruity Twist You’ll Crave
These blackberry cheesecake brownies combine fudgy chocolate base, tangy cheesecake swirl, and juicy blackberry ribbons for a dessert that’s as gorgeous as it is delicious.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup melted dark chocolate optional
- 8 oz Philadelphia cream cheese softened
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blackberries
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp sugar
Instructions
- 1. In a saucepan, simmer blackberries with sugar and lemon juice until thickened. Cool and strain if desired.
- 2. Whisk melted butter, sugars, eggs, and vanilla. Stir in cocoa, flour, and salt until just combined.
- 3. Beat cream cheese with sugar, then add egg, sour cream, and vanilla.
- 4. Pour brownie batter into a lined 8x8 pan. Spread cheesecake layer on top. Dollop blackberry sauce and swirl with a knife.
- 5. Bake at 325°F for 35–40 minutes or until set. Cool completely and chill before slicing.
- 6. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Store in the fridge.
Notes
Use blackberry preserves for a shortcut.
Let brownies chill overnight for clean slices.
Add chocolate chips for extra richness.