Raspberry Cheesecake Brownie Bars
Raspberry Cheesecake Brownie Bars are the ultimate dessert mashup
Ingredients
- Brownie Layer
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ tsp salt
- Cheesecake Layer
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Raspberry Swirl
- ¾ cup raspberry preserves or fresh raspberries mashed with 1 tbsp sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment.
- Whisk brownie ingredients until smooth. Spread into pan.
- Beat cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla until creamy.
- Dollop cheesecake mixture over brownie layer. Swirl in raspberry preserves.
- Bake 40–45 minutes until set. Cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Chill for cleaner cuts.
Raspberry Cheesecake Brownie Bars are the ultimate dessert mashup, combining rich chocolate brownies, creamy cheesecake, and a bright swirl of raspberry. The fudgy brownie base delivers deep cocoa flavor, while the cheesecake layer adds a smooth, tangy contrast that keeps every bite balanced. A ribbon of raspberry brings just enough sweetness and acidity to cut through the richness, making these bars feel indulgent but not heavy.
They’re baked in a single pan, easy to slice, and perfect for sharing at parties, holidays, or casual get-togethers. The layers look impressive with minimal effort, especially once chilled and cut into clean squares. Serve them chilled for a firmer texture or slightly warm for extra gooey decadence. These bars store well and taste even better the next day, making them ideal for make-ahead desserts. Bold, beautiful, and totally irresistible, they disappear fast wherever they’re served.
