Description
Indulge in the rich and decadent combination of chocolatey brownie cupcakes and creamy cheesecake in these delightful Brownie Cupcake Cheesecakes. Perfect for parties or a sweet treat at home!
Ingredients
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For the Brownie Base:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Cheesecake Swirl:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Ganache (optional):
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Divide the brownie batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling them about 3/4 full.
- In another bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Drop a spoonful of the cheesecake mixture on top of each brownie cupcake and use a knife to swirl it into the batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the brownie cupcakes are set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Let the cupcakes cool completely.
- For the ganache (optional), heat the heavy cream in the microwave until simmering. Pour it over the chocolate chips and let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cupcakes.
Notes
These cupcakes are best enjoyed the same day but can be stored in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg