Description
Mocha Cheesecake Brownies are a decadent dessert that combines rich chocolate brownie layers with creamy cheesecake infused with coffee. Every bite offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making them an ideal treat for gatherings or cozy nights in. The aroma will fill your kitchen and entice everyone to indulge in this delightful dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tsp instant coffee granules
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Gradually add cocoa powder and flour; mix until just combined.
- Stir in instant coffee granules and vanilla extract; set aside.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese with sugar until creamy. Add an egg and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
- Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan, followed by dollops of cheesecake mixture. Swirl gently with a knife before adding the remaining brownie batter on top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean. Cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg