Description
Black Forest Cheesecake Brownie Bars are a delightful treat that combines rich chocolate brownie layers with creamy cheesecake and a hint of cherry.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (200g) dark chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (65g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (240g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar (for cheesecake layer)
- 1 large egg (for cheesecake layer)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for cheesecake layer)
- 1/2 cup (120g) sour cream
- 1 cup (150g) cherries, pitted and chopped (fresh or canned)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for cherry compote)
- 1 tablespoon water (for cherry compote)
- 1/2 cup (60g) graham cracker crumbs (optional, for crust)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- Crush graham crackers into fine crumbs, mix with melted butter, and press firmly into the pan’s bottom.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in vanilla extract, lemon juice, and zest until fully combined.
- Pour filling over the crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
- Turn off oven, crack door open, and let cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour to prevent cracks.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- For a warm treat, reheat individual bars in the microwave for 10-15 seconds.
- These bars can be frozen for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Black Forest, Cheesecake, Brownie, Bars, Dessert