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Irresistible Cherry Chocolate Brownie Cheesecake Bars Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 16 bars
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Irresistible Cherry Chocolate Brownie Cheesecake Bars combine rich, fudgy brownies with a creamy cheesecake layer and sweet cherry pie filling, finished with a marbled chocolate swirl and semi-sweet chocolate chips for a decadent dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Brownie Layer

  • 1 box (18.4 oz) brownie mix (plus eggs, oil, and water as called for on package)

Cheesecake Layer

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Toppings

  • 1 cup cherry pie filling
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Prepare the oven and pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
  2. Make the brownie base: Prepare the brownie batter according to the package instructions. Pour about two-thirds of the batter evenly into the prepared pan, spreading it out to form the base layer.
  3. Mix the cheesecake layer: In a separate bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy without lumps.
  4. Spread cheesecake layer: Evenly spread the cream cheese mixture over the brownie batter in the pan, creating a smooth and uniform layer.
  5. Add cherry topping: Spoon the cherry pie filling over the cheesecake layer, distributing cherries evenly for balanced flavor in each bite.
  6. Top with remaining brownie batter: Drop spoonfuls of the remaining brownie batter over the cherry layer. Use a knife to gently swirl the top to create a beautiful marbled effect.
  7. Sprinkle chocolate chips: Evenly sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips over the marbled batter surface.
  8. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the center is set and a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs but not wet batter.
  9. Cool and chill: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan. For cleaner cuts and better texture, refrigerate the bars for at least 1 hour before slicing into 16 bars.

Notes

  • Refrigerate bars for at least 1 hour after cooling to achieve cleaner slices.
  • You can substitute homemade brownie batter if preferred for a customized flavor.

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