Decadent Cherry Cheesecake Brownie Bars That Wow in 3 Layers
A delicious dessert combining fudgy brownies, creamy cheesecake, and tart cherry swirls.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 9 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 box brownie mix (plus ingredients on box – usually eggs, oil, water)
- 1 tsp espresso powder (optional, for richer chocolate flavor)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup cherry pie filling (with whole cherries)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare the brownie mix as directed on the box, stir in espresso powder, and pour 2/3 of the batter into a greased 9×9-inch baking pan.
- Beat softened cream cheese with sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
- Spread the cheesecake mixture over the brownie base. Spoon cherry pie filling over the cheesecake layer and swirl slightly with a knife.
- Pour the remaining brownie batter over the top in spoonfuls, then gently spread.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes or until the center is set. Let cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Espresso powder enhances chocolate flavor but is optional.
- Let the bars cool completely for cleaner slices.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg