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Heart Shaped Brownies

Heart Shaped Brownies

Decadent chocolate brownies layered with creamy cheesecake and swirled with raspberry sauce, perfect for Valentine's Day or special occasions.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup raspberries fresh or thawed frozen
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar for raspberry sauce
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract for raspberry sauce
  • 8 oz cream cheese room temperature
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar for cheesecake layer
  • 1 large egg for cheesecake layer, room temperature
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract for cheesecake layer
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free blend
  • 3/4 cup Dutch-process cocoa powder sifted
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3/4 + 2 tbsp cup refined coconut oil or neutral oil
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar for brownie batter
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract for brownie batter
  • 3 large eggs room temperature

Method
 

  1. In a small saucepan, simmer raspberries with 1 tablespoon sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract over medium heat for 5–8 minutes until thickened. Strain to remove seeds and set aside.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese with 1/3 cup sugar until smooth. Add 1 egg and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, mixing until creamy.
  3. Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a bowl. In another bowl, mix coconut oil, 1 1/2 cups sugar, and 1 tablespoon vanilla. Add 3 eggs one at a time, mixing well.
  4. Combine the wet and dry brownie mixtures gently, stirring until just blended. Spread brownie batter evenly in a parchment-lined 9×13-inch pan.
  5. Pour the cheesecake mixture over the brownie layer. Spoon the raspberry sauce over the top and gently swirl with a skewer or toothpick to create a marbled effect.
  6. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30–35 minutes, until set. Allow to cool completely, then chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
  7. Once chilled, cut into heart shapes using a cookie cutter or knife and serve.

Notes

For a more vibrant raspberry flavor, use fresh raspberries if possible. The brownies can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.