Description
These marbled brownies combine rich red velvet flavor with a creamy cheesecake swirl—fudgy, festive, and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Red Velvet Brownie Layer:
½ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp red food coloring (liquid or gel)
¾ tsp white vinegar (optional)
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
¾ cup all-purpose flour
⅛ tsp salt
Cheesecake Swirl:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 large egg yolk (or whole egg)
½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 °F (175 °C). Line an 8×8″ or 9×9″ baking pan with parchment paper.
Make brownie batter: Mix melted butter and sugar. Beat in eggs, vanilla, red food coloring, and optional vinegar. Sift in cocoa, flour, and salt. Fold until just combined. Reserve ~¼ cup of the batter.
Prepare cheesecake swirl: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add yolk and vanilla, mix well.
Assemble: Spread most brownie batter in the pan. Spoon cheesecake mix on top, dollop reserved brownie batter over that, and swirl gently with a knife.
Bake for 28–35 minutes, until edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle.
Cool & chill: Let cool completely, then refrigerate 1–2 hours before slicing into 16 bars.
Notes
Gel food coloring gives the deepest red color.
For a fudgier texture, don’t overmix or overbake.
Refrigeration ensures cleaner cuts and intensified flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 28–35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
