Heart Shaped Brownies: Indulgent Raspberry Swirl Cheesecake Topping
Experience the perfect blend of rich brownies topped with a delightful raspberry swirl cheesecake. These heart-shaped treats are perfect for any occasion!
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup raspberry puree
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a heart-shaped baking pan.
- In a large bowl, melt the butter and mix in the sugar until combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Combine flour, cocoa powder, and salt in a separate bowl, then gradually add to the wet ingredients until fully incorporated.
- Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan.
- In a bowl, blend cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Spoon the cream cheese mixture over the brownie batter, followed by the raspberry puree.
- Swirl gently with a knife and pour the remaining brownie batter on top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before cutting into heart shapes and serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add chocolate chips to the brownie batter.
- Let the brownies cool completely before cutting for cleaner edges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Heart Shaped Brownies, Raspberry Swirl, Cheesecake Topping