Spiced Cheesecake Swirl Brownies

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Recipe Intro From bakedwithlovebyivy

These brownies have a fall spin with the addition of a spiced cheesecake swirl. After mixing up the brownie batter, swirl in the cheesecake mixture for both a seasonal flavor element and pretty marbled look. Try this recipe for a treat with the perfect balance of chocolate and spice!

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Brownie Batter

ingredients

  • 10 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 shot of espresso, (or 1/4 cup cold brew)
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup semisweet or dark chocolate, melted
  • 3/4 cup all purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Spiced Cheesecake Swirl

ingredients

  • 1/2 cup cream cheese
  • 1/3 cup white sugar
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves

Method

  • Step 1

    Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

  • Step 2

    Prepare a 9 x 9 pan with oil spray and parchment paper.

  • Step 3

    In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter and white sugar.

  • Step 4

    Add the coffee, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted chocolate and whisk to combine.

  • Step 5

    To this mixture, add the flour, cocoa powder, and salt.

  • Step 6

    Fold everything together until just combined and a smooth batter forms.

  • Step 7

    Fold the chocolate chips into the brownie batter.

  • Step 8

    In a small bowl, whisk together the cream cheese, sugar, egg yolk, vanilla, and spices.

  • Step 9

    Pour the brownie batter into your prepared pan and spread out evenly.

  • Step 10

    Add dollops of the cheesecake mixture across the surface of the brownie batter.

  • Step 11

    Use a skewer or knife to swirl the cheesecake mixture into the brownie batter for a marbled look.

  • Step 12

    Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the brownie batter and cheesecake swirl are just set.

  • Step 13

    Let the brownies cool when they come out of the oven.

  • Step 14

    Remove the brownies from the pan, slice into squares, and enjoy!