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Heart Shaped Brownies with Raspberry Swirl and Cheesecake Topping

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Heart Shaped Brownies with Raspberry Swirl and Cheesecake Topping are rich, romantic treats that layer fudgy chocolate brownie with a smooth cheesecake topping and a vibrant raspberry swirl. Perfect for Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, or indulgent desserts.

Ingredients

    • For the brownie layer:
    • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
    • 1 cup granulated sugar
    • 2 large eggs
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
    • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt

 

    • For the cheesecake topping:
    • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
    • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
    • 1 egg
    • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

 

  • For the raspberry swirl:
  • 1/2 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • Optional: 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking dish with parchment paper or grease heart-shaped molds.
  2. Make the brownie layer: In a bowl, whisk melted butter and sugar. Mix in eggs and vanilla. Stir in cocoa powder, flour, and salt until combined.
  3. Spread brownie batter evenly in prepared pan or molds.
  4. Make the cheesecake topping: Beat cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth. Spoon evenly over brownie batter.
  5. Make the raspberry swirl: In a saucepan, combine raspberries, sugar, cornstarch, water, and optional lemon juice. Simmer over medium heat until thickened, about 5 minutes. Strain to remove seeds if desired.
  6. Dollop raspberry sauce over cheesecake layer. Use a toothpick or knife to gently swirl.
  7. Bake for 25–30 minutes, until cheesecake is set and a toothpick in the brownie comes out with moist crumbs.
  8. Cool completely, then chill for at least 1 hour. Cut into heart shapes with a cookie cutter or remove from molds.

Notes

  • Use raspberry jam thinned with water as a shortcut for the swirl.
  • Chill thoroughly before cutting for clean heart shapes.
  • Boxed brownie mix can be used for a quicker base.
  • Store in the fridge and serve chilled or at room temp.
  • To prevent cheesecake cracks, avoid overmixing and overbaking.

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