🍫🫐 Craving something rich, creamy, and just a little bit fancy? These Blackberry Cheesecake Brownies are the perfect swirl of indulgence—fudgy chocolate brownie base, a tangy cheesecake layer, and sweet blackberry ribbons marbled throughout. Elegant enough to impress, easy enough to bake any day of the week! 💜✨
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🧾 Ingredients (Makes 9–12 squares)
🍫 Fudgy Brownie Layer
• ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted 🧈
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs 🥚
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• ¼ tsp salt
• ½ cup chocolate chips (optional, for extra richness)
🍰 Cheesecake Layer
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg yolk
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
🫐 Blackberry Swirl
• ½ cup fresh or frozen blackberries
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp lemon juice 🍋
Mash together with a fork or briefly simmer for 3–5 minutes to thicken slightly. Cool before using.
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🔥 Instructions
1. Preheat Oven
• Preheat to 350°F (175°C).
• Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. Make the Brownie Batter
• Whisk melted butter and sugar until smooth.
• Add eggs and vanilla, mix well.
• Stir in cocoa powder, flour, salt, and chocolate chips if using.
• Spread ¾ of the batter into the prepared pan.
3. Prepare the Cheesecake Layer
• In a bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
• Mix in the egg yolk and vanilla until creamy.
4. Assemble the Layers
• Gently spread cheesecake mixture over the brownie base.
• Drop spoonfuls of blackberry swirl and remaining brownie batter on top.
• Use a knife or skewer to swirl everything together for a marbled look.
5. Bake & Cool
• Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the center is just set and edges are slightly pulling away.
• Cool completely at room temp, then chill for at least 2 hours before slicing.
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✨ Fudgy, fruity, and creamy—these Blackberry Cheesecake Brownies are a total showstopper in every bite.
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