Blackberry cheesecake brownies that will have everyone begging for seconds. A rich brownie base, tangy cheesecake and sweet blackberry swirl!

Blackberry cheesecake brownies that will have everyone begging for seconds

Hello there! Sarah from Broma Bakery here. I’m so excited for my first guest post today! A little about myself: I live in Michigan, I do yoga, I love to eat, and my favorite food is brownies.

Yes, brownies. They are perfect in every way. Fudgy, moist, chocolatey, and oh-so-satisfying. I’ve loved brownies ever since I was a little girl. In fact, in my family there was hardly a day when there was no brownie mix in our pantry. I quite literally grew up on the stuff.

So as an introduction, I knew that I had to share these blackberry cheesecake brownies with you all. It’s like sharing a little piece of my heart!

Blackberry cheesecake brownies that will have everyone begging for seconds

Blackberry Cheesecake Brownies

These blackberry cheesecake brownies felt perfect: a rich brownie base topped with tangy cheesecake, all swirled with tart blackberries. I kept reaching for little bits of fallen brownie during this photoshoot because I just couldn’t stop eating them!

Plus, who doesn’t love dessert that looks gourmet? At least I would venture to say that these do! No one will know that you actually made these babies in your PJs!

Blackberry cheesecake brownies that will have everyone begging for seconds

How to Swirl Cheesecake Brownies

Swirling brownies doesn’t take a lot of talent but you should know how to do it properly otherwise the swirls just disappear or you end up with holes in your batter.

Place your swirl batter in a window pattern as dollops on top of the cheesecake batter. For example, if you have three dollops in a row, the next row would have two dollops in the spaces between the first dollops. It’s just like when a choir stands to sing and the second row stands in the spaces the first row made.

Now take a toothpick or small knife and place it down in the center of a dollop and drag the mixture through more dollops. Resist the urge to keep swirling, stop once a nice pattern has been created and you can see both the cheesecake and the blackberry.

Blackberry cheesecake brownies that will have everyone begging for seconds

How to Make Cheesecake Brownies from Scratch

To make cheesecake brownies from scratch you only need basic ingredients like butter, sugar, eggs, flour, cocoa etc. Mix the dry ingredients separate from the wet ingredients to help everything be combined evenly.

How to Store Cheesecake Brownies

Do Cheesecake Brownies need to be refrigerated? That’s often the first question we get about how to store cheesecake brownies. Technically it’s best to refrigerate cheesecake, but sugar actually acts as a stabilizer so these cheesecake brownies do not need to be refrigerated. In fact, refrigeration can often dry out brownies.

To store cheesecake brownies, merely cover the pan with aluminum foil or place the brownies in an airtight container on the counter for up to 3 days.

Blackberry cheesecake brownies that will have everyone begging for seconds

Can Cheesecake Brownies be Frozen?

Brownies can be frozen successfully, though we are a little hesitant on freezing cheesecake brownies as they can sometimes “sweat” a little upon thawing. You can still eat them, they will just be a little moist on top. You can freeze the brownies for up to 3 months, making sure that they are wrapped tightly with plastic wrap and foil to reduce the risk of freezer burn.

Are Wild Blackberries Safe to Eat?

There are many, many types of wild edible berries.

Wild black berries are safe to eat and provide a delicious late summer treat!

Just beware of the thorns on the blackberry bushes, they can be brutal!

Can Blackberries be Frozen?

Most Berries, including blackberries freeze well and can be used frozen for smoothies or thawed for use in baking and sauces.

Blackberry Cheesecake Brownies

Blackberry Cheesecake Brownies

4.49 from 54 votes
Servings: 9 large brownies
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Additional Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes

Description

Blackberry cheesecake brownies that will have everyone begging for seconds. A rich brownie base, tangy cheesecake and sweet blackberry swirl!

Ingredients 

For the brownies

  • 3/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 12 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

For the blackberry puree

  • 6 oz fresh or frozen blackberries
  • 1/4 cup granulated white sugar
  • 1/4 cup water

For the cheesecake

  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup greek yogurt
  • 1 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Cook blackberry puree by combining all ingredients in a small saucepan over medium-high heat for 8-10 minutes.
  • Use a whisk or spoon to help break down the blackberries.
  • Once cooked, place a fine mesh strainer over a small bowl and, using a spatula, squeeze through all of the liquid and dispose of the solids.
  • Let cool to room temperature.
  • Preheat oven to 325°F.
  • Line an 8″x8″ baking dish with parchment paper and set aside.
  • In a microwave-safe mixing bowl, melt the butter.
  • Stir in sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt.
  • Once combined, fold in cocoa powder and flour.
  • Pour the brownie batter into the baking dish, spreading evenly to the edges.
  • Combine all cheesecake ingredients in a standing mixer fitted with a whisk attachment.
  • Cream for 2-3 minutes on medium-high speed.
  • Pour over brownie batter, spreading evenly to the edges.
  • Drizzle the blackberry puree on top of the cheesecake in dollops and swirl using a fork, knife, or toothpick.
  • Try to swirl only into the cheesecake batter, not the brownie batter.
  • Bake for 1 hour, or until the cheesecake begins to turn golden and a knife inserted in the center of the brownies comes out mostly clean.
  • Place in fridge and allow to cool for at least 2 hours but up to overnight.
  • Cut into 9 large squares.
  • Store brownies in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Notes

Store in a covered container in the refrigerator

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 474kcalCarbohydrates: 57.2gProtein: 6.5gCholesterol: 125.7mgFiber: 3.8gSugar: 46.7g
Author: Sweet Basil
Course: 100 Best Brownies and Bars Recipes

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