Cheesecake Brownies

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 3 pieces Eggs, large
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 0.25 cup Granulated sugar (for cheesecake)
• 1 piece Egg yolk

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8 inch square baking pan.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together melted butter and 1 cup of sugar, then stir in 2 eggs and 1 teaspoon of vanilla.

3. 3

   Sift in the cocoa powder, flour, and salt; stir until just combined to create the brownie batter.

4. 4

   Spread all but 1/2 cup of the brownie batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.

5. 5

   In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with 1/4 cup sugar, 1 egg yolk, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla until smooth.

6. 6

   Spoon the cheesecake mixture over the brownie layer in the pan, then dollop the reserved 1/2 cup of brownie batter on top.

7. 7

   Use a knife to gently swirl the two batters together to create a marble effect.

8. 8

   Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the edges are set and a toothpick comes out with only a few moist crumbs.