Chocolate Cheesecake Brownies

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a 20cm x 20cm square baking tin with parchment paper.

2. 2

   Melt dark chocolate and unsalted butter together in a heatproof bowl over a saucepan of simmering water, stirring occasionally.

3. 3

   In a separate bowl, whisk together sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.

4. 4

   Fold the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, then sift in flour and cocoa powder and mix until well combined.

5. 5

   Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared tin and spread evenly.

6. 6

   For the cheesecake layer, beat cream cheese, Greek yogurt, powdered sugar, and lemon juice until smooth. Spread the cheesecake filling on top of the brownie layer.

7. 7

   Spoon the remaining brownie batter over the cheesecake layer and use a spatula to gently swirl the two layers together.

8. 8

   Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few crumbs but is not wet.

9. 9

   Cool completely before cutting into squares.