
Salted Chocolate Cheesecake Brownies
Prep
20 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
8
Difficulty
Easy
These salted chocolate cheesecake brownies are my go to when I'm craving something indulgent but don't have hours to spend in the kitchen. By swapping some of the butter for Greek yogurt, I've made them a bit lighter while keeping that fudgy texture intact, and the yogurt adds extra protein too. What I love most is how quickly they come together, ready to bake in just twenty minutes. The combination of dark chocolate, espresso powder, and flaky sea salt creates this sophisticated flavor that tastes like you spent way more effort than you actually did. Whether you're baking for a crowd or just yourself, these brownies deliver serious chocolate satisfaction with minimal fuss.
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Ingredients
- 300dark chocolate
- 250 gall-purpose flour
- 200 ggranulated sugar
- 120 gunsalted butter
- 4large eggs
- 100 gplain greek yogurt
- 1 mlvanilla extract
- 5 gsalt
- 10 gespresso powder
- 50 gunsweetened cocoa powder
- 150semisweet chocolate chips
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 170°C (335°F). Grease an 18cm x 18cm baking pan and line it with parchment paper.
Tip: Use a dark-coated pan for even browning
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and espresso powder.
Tip: Aerate the dry ingredients for an even texture
- 3
In a large mixing bowl, melt the chocolate in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval, until smooth.
Tip: Use caution when working with hot chocolate
- 4
Add the butter to the melted chocolate and stir until combined.
Tip: Use an electric mixer for a lighter texture
- 5
Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the Greek yogurt.
Tip: Don't overmix, as this can result in a dense texture
- 6
In a separate bowl, whisk together the vanilla extract and salt.
Tip: Use a small amount of salt to bring out the flavors
- 7
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the chocolate mixture, stirring until just combined.
Tip: Don't overmix, as this can result in a dense texture
- 8
Stir in the semisweet chocolate chips.
Tip: Use a spatula for a smoother texture
- 9
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
Tip: Use a spatula for a smooth top
- 10
Bake for 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted 5cm from the pan's edge comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Tip: Don't overbake, as this can result in a dry texture
- 11
Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
Tip: Let the brownies cool completely before slicing
- 12
Cut into 8 equal squares and serve.
Tip: Serve immediately for the best texture
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