Description

Pistachio Cheesecake Brownies combine fudgy chocolate brownies with a creamy cheesecake filling and a pistachio spread topping, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

For the Brownies:

3/4 cup unsalted butter

6 oz dark chocolate (50-60% cocoa)

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 cup cocoa powder

3 medium eggs

1 cup granulated sugar

1/3 cup light brown sugar

1 tablespoon vanilla extract

1/4 teaspoon salt

2 oz dark chocolate (for topping)

For the Cheesecake Filling:

8 oz full-fat cream cheese

1/3 cup granulated sugar

1 small/medium egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 heaped tablespoon all-purpose flour

For the Pistachio Layer:

10 tablespoons pistachio spread

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Instructions

Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Mix in sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and flour until combined. Refrigerate while preparing brownie batter.
Make the Brownie Batter: Preheat oven to 340°F (170°C). Line an 8×8 inch pan with parchment paper. Melt chocolate and butter together over a double boiler or in the microwave.
Mix the Dry Ingredients: Sift together flour, cocoa powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
Combine Wet Ingredients: Whisk eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract for 3 minutes until creamy.
Combine Brownie Batter: Gradually fold the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, then fold in the sifted dry ingredients until just combined.
Assemble the Brownies: Spread half of the brownie batter into the pan. Add dollops of cheesecake filling and pistachio spread over the batter. Top with remaining brownie batter and swirl to create marbled layers.
Add Topping and Bake: Sprinkle chopped dark chocolate on top. Bake for 27 minutes for fudgy brownies or 30-35 minutes for a firmer texture.
Cool and Serve: Allow to cool completely before slicing into squares.

Notes

For extra crunch, add crushed pistachios or walnuts on top before baking.

Reduce sweetness by using dark chocolate with a higher cocoa percentage and less sugar.

For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour and ensure your chocolate is gluten-free.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 brownie
Calories: 270
Sugar: 27g
Sodium: 140mg
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 29g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 55mg