Description

These heart shaped brownies with raspberry swirl and cheesecake topping are a delightful treat. Their luscious flavor combines cream cheese, fresh raspberries, and rich cocoa, making them an ideal dessert for any occasion, easy to prepare and utterly satisfying.

Ingredients

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1 cup raspberries (fresh or thawed frozen)
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
⅓ cup granulated sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend)
¾ cup dutch-process cocoa powder, sifted
¼ teaspoon salt
¾ + 2 tbsp cup refined coconut oil or neutral oil
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
3 large eggs, room temperature

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Instructions

Simmer raspberries, sugar, and vanilla over medium heat for 5–8 minutes until thickened. Strain to remove seeds and set aside.
Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add egg and vanilla, then mix until creamy.
Whisk flour, cocoa, and salt in one bowl. In another, mix oil, sugar, and vanilla. Add eggs one by one. Combine both mixtures just until blended.
Spread brownie batter in lined pan. Pour cheesecake mixture on top. Spoon raspberry sauce over and swirl gently with a skewer.
Bake at 350°F for 30–35 minutes. Cool completely, then chill for 2 hours. Cut into heart shapes and serve.

Notes

For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free flour in place of all-purpose flour.
Make sure the cream cheese is softened to ensure a smooth cheesecake mixture.
Chilling the brownies enhances the flavors and makes them easier to cut.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 brownie
Calories: 450
Sugar: 30g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 90mg