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Heart Shaped Brownies

Delightful Heart Shaped Brownies with Raspberry Swirl

These Heart Shaped Brownies combine luscious cheesecake and tangy raspberry to create a festive dessert perfect for sharing.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 16 pieces
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Raspberry Swirl
  • 2 cups Raspberries Substitute with thinned raspberry jam or other berries for variation.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Honey can also be used for a unique twist.
For the Cheesecake Layer
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Must be at room temperature.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla extract for best taste.
  • 2 large Eggs Keep at room temperature for best results.
For the Brownie Batter
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free options.
  • 1/2 cup Dutch-Process Cocoa Powder Natural cocoa powder can be used for a lighter alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Refined Coconut Oil Can be swapped for melted butter or canola oil.
  • 1/4 tsp Salt Balances sweetness and enhances flavors.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • large mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Whisk
  • Baking pan
  • Parchment Paper
  • Cookie Cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine raspberries, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Simmer for 5–8 minutes until sauce thickens, then strain and cool.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla, mix until creamy.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and salt. In another bowl, mix coconut oil, sugar, and vanilla. Gradually mix in eggs, then fold in dry ingredients.
  4. Line a baking pan with parchment, pour in half of the brownie batter, then add cheesecake layer, drizzle raspberry sauce, and swirl.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 30–35 minutes. Cool on a wire rack for 2 hours in the fridge.
  6. Remove from pan, cut into heart shapes using a cookie cutter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 140mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow ingredients like eggs and cream cheese to come to room temperature for best results. Use parchment paper for easy removal and cleanup.

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