Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup cherry pie filling
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
30-35 minutes
Difficulty Level:
3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8x8 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- In a small bowl, beat together the cream cheese, sour cream, and 1/4 cup of sugar.
- Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread it out evenly. Top with the cheesecake mixture.
- Spoon the cherry pie filling evenly over the cheesecake mixture.
- Drop the remaining brownie batter by spoonfuls over the cherry filling. Use a toothpick or knife to swirl the batter through the filling.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached.
- Let cool for at least 30 minutes before cutting into squares.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1 brownie): Calories: 350, Fat: 18g, Saturated Fat: 10g, Cholesterol: 125mg, Sodium: 200mg, Carbohydrates: 40g, Dietary Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 25g, Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and decadent
- Swirled with creamy cheesecake and tangy cherry pie filling
- Perfect for a special occasion or dessert craving
User Comments:
- "These brownies are amazing! The cheesecake and cherry filling add a perfect touch of sweetness and tartness."
- "I love how easy these brownies are to make. They always come out perfect and everyone who tries them loves them."
- "These are the best brownies I've ever had. The swirl is so delicious and the cherry filling is the perfect compliment."
- "I'm not usually a fan of brownies, but these are an exception. They're so moist and chocolatey, and the cheesecake and cherry filling takes them to the next level."
- "These brownies are a hit with my family. They're so good that they never last more than a day!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use softened butter and cream cheese for best results.
- Do not overmix the batter, as this will result in tough brownies.
- If you don't have cherry pie filling, you can substitute with tart cherry jam or preserves.
- For a neater swirl, use a piping bag or spoon to drizzle the remaining brownie batter over the cherry filling.
