Brownie Cheesecake Cups
Brownie Cheesecake Cups are rich, chocolatey bites swirled with creamy cheesecake, easy to make, perfect for any dessert table. These individual treats blend fudgy brownie bases with tangy cheesecake tops, all baked to perfection in cupcake liners.
Equipment
- muffin tin
- cupcake liners or silicone baking cups
- mixing bowls
- electric mixer or whisk
- toothpick or skewer
- cooling rack
Ingredients
- 1 box brownie mix (plus eggs, oil, water as directed on box)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with paper liners or silicone cups.
- Prepare brownie batter according to the package or your recipe instructions.
- In a separate bowl, mix cream cheese, sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Spoon about 1 tablespoon of brownie batter into each liner. Add 1 teaspoon of cheesecake mixture on top and swirl gently with a toothpick.
- Add another spoonful of brownie batter on top, filling each liner about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 16–18 minutes. The edges should be firm and centers slightly soft.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before refrigerating.
Notes
Cool completely before removing from the muffin tin. Store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze individually for longer storage. Top with powdered sugar, whipped cream, or berries for extra flair.
Nutrition
Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 320IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.2mg