Brown Butter Cheesecake Brownies
Prep
20 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
You've got to try these brown butter cheesecake brownies because they're honestly one of my favorite shortcuts in the kitchen. The nuttiness from the brown butter pairs beautifully with rich dark chocolate and creamy cheesecake swirls, and the whole thing comes together in just 55 minutes from start to finish. What I love most is that you can use a cheesecake mix to skip the fussy cream cheese beating, which keeps this recipe wonderfully simple. Plus, the cocoa powder in these brownies is packed with antioxidants, so you can almost convince yourself they're good for you. Whether you're baking for a crowd or just craving something decadent, this recipe delivers bakery quality results without the stress.
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Ingredients
- 200 gall-purpose flour(null)
- 400 ggranulated sugar(null)
- 120 gbrown butter(null)
- 80 gmelted butter(null)
- 2 nulllarge eggs(null)
- 2 mlpure vanilla extract(null)
- 6 gsalt(null)
- 100 gcocoa powder(null)
- 10 gespresso powder(null)
- 400 gcheesecake mix(null)
- 200 gdark chocolate chips(null)
- 100 mlheavy cream(null)
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350ºfF). Line an 18x18cm baking tray with parchment paper.
Tip: Use a silicone mat for easy removal.
- 2
Melt the brown butter in a saucepan over low heat. Stir occasionally until fragrant and lightly golden.
Tip: Use a spatula to prevent burning.
- 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, espresso powder, and salt.
Tip: Use a whisk attachment for best results.
- 4
Pour the melted brown butter into the dry ingredients and stir until combined.
Tip: Avoid overmixing.
- 5
Add the melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and heavy cream. Stir until smooth.
Tip: Use a stand mixer for ease.
- 6
Pour half of the batter into the prepared baking tray. Sprinkle with dark chocolate chips.
Tip: Use a spatula to spread evenly.
- 7
Pour the remaining batter over the chocolate chips.
Tip: Use a spatula to create a swirly design.
- 8
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Tip: Let cool completely before cutting into squares.
- 9
Once cooled, drizzle with additional melted brown butter and serve.
Tip: Optional: sprinkle with sea salt or chocolate shavings.
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