Fudgy Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownie Bites
These Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownie Bites are the perfect combination of fudgy chocolate and tangy cream cheese in a convenient, bite-sized form.
Ingredients
9 tbsp unsalted butter (Kerrygold preferred)
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
1/4 cup cocoa powder, sifted
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp red food coloring
1/8 tsp salt
1/4 tsp espresso powder
1/2 tsp white vinegar
2 large eggs, room temperature
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
9 oz cream cheese, room temperature
3 tbsp granulated sugar (for filling)
1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for filling)
1 egg yolk
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a mini muffin pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together melted butter, 1 1/4 cups sugar, cocoa powder, 1/2 tsp vanilla, red food coloring, salt, espresso powder, and vinegar.
3. Whisk in 2 eggs one at a time, then gently fold in flour until no dry streaks remain.
4. In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese with 3 tbsp sugar and 1/2 tsp vanilla until smooth. Fold in the egg yolk.
5. Layer 1 tbsp brownie batter, 1 tsp cheesecake filling, and 1 tsp brownie batter in each muffin cup.
6. Swirl with a toothpick and bake for 12 minutes.
7. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Ensure cream cheese is truly room temperature to avoid lumps.
Do not overbake; the center should remain slightly soft.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.