Sure, here’s a recipe for Brownie Cherry Cheesecake that serves 8-10 people:
Ingredients: For the brownie layer:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the cheesecake layer:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 can cherry pie filling (21 oz)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the sugar, cocoa powder, and salt and stir to combine. Remove from heat and let cool for a few minutes.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the flour and vanilla extract until the batter is smooth.
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly across the bottom.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until it is smooth. Add the sugar, egg, and vanilla extract and beat again until the mixture is creamy.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the brownie batter and spread it evenly across the pan.
- Spoon the cherry pie filling on top of the cheesecake layer, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cheesecake comes out clean.
- Allow the cheesecake to cool to room temperature before serving. For best results, refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Serve and enjoy your Brownie Cherry Cheesecake!
I hope you enjoy making and eating this delicious dessert!