PEANUT BUTTER AND CHOCOLATE CHEESECAKE BROWNIES

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Provided by Dede Wilson

Categories     Cake     Chocolate     Egg     Dessert     Valentine's Day     Kid-Friendly     Cream Cheese     Peanut     Potluck     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 25

Number Of Ingredients 18

Brownie layer:
Nonstick vegetable oil spray
8 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, diced
1/2 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup all purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
Cheesecake layer:
1 8-ounce package cream cheese, room temperature
1/3 cup creamy (smooth) natural peanut butter (made with only peanuts and salt)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup sugar
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons all purpose flour
2 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped

Steps:

  • For brownie layer:
  • Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 325°F. Spray 9-inch square metal baking pan with 2-inch-high sides with nonstick spray; line bottom with parchment paper.
  • Stir chocolate and butter in medium saucepan over low heat until smooth; cool 10 minutes. Using electric mixer, beat sugar, eggs, and vanilla in medium bowl until very fluffy, about 3 minutes. Beat in chocolate mixture on low speed, then beat in flour and salt. Spread batter in pan.
  • For cheesecake layer:
  • Using electric mixer, beat cream cheese, peanut butter, and vanilla in medium bowl until smooth. Gradually add sugar, beating until fluffy. Beat in eggs 1 at a time. Beat in cream, then flour. Transfer 1/3 cup cheesecake batter to small bowl and reserve. Spread remaining cheesecake batter over brownie layer.
  • Place chocolate in small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on low power in 10-second intervals until chocolate begins to melt, then stir until smooth. Mix chocolate into reserved 1/3 cup cheesecake batter. Drop chocolate batter by heaping teaspoonfuls atop cheesecake layer. Using chopstick or wooden skewer, swirl chocolate batter in figure-eight pattern through white cheesecake layer.
  • Bake brownies until edges of cheesecake layer are puffed and center is set, about 36 minutes. Cool brownies in pan on rack. Cover; chill at least 1 hour.
  • Cut brownies into 25 squares. Using narrow spatula, transfer brownies to platter. Serve cold.

Barkat Baloch
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These brownies were a bit too rich for me, but the peanut butter and chocolate flavors were still good. The cheesecake layer was also nice.


Aizaz Ali Solangi
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The brownies were a bit dry, but the peanut butter and chocolate flavors were still good. The cheesecake layer was also nice.


AllieVlogs&More
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These brownies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but the peanut butter and chocolate flavors were still good. The cheesecake layer was also nice.


Okere John
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I'm not a baker, but these brownies were easy to make and turned out perfectly. The peanut butter and chocolate flavors were delicious, and the cheesecake layer was creamy and smooth.


M Sajawal Mughal
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These brownies were a hit at my party! Everyone loved the combination of peanut butter and chocolate, and the cheesecake layer was a nice touch.


Ken Nelson
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These are the best brownies I've ever had! The peanut butter and chocolate flavors are amazing together, and the cheesecake layer is perfect. I will definitely be making these again.


hye sugar
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These brownies were incredible! The peanut butter and chocolate flavors were perfectly balanced, and the cheesecake layer was heavenly. I will definitely be making these again and again.


S R Z
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These brownies were easy to make and turned out great! The peanut butter and chocolate flavors were delicious, and the cheesecake layer was creamy and smooth. I will definitely be making these again.


Tanaka Mutsakane
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These brownies were amazing! I loved the combination of peanut butter and chocolate, and the cheesecake layer was perfect. I will definitely be making these again.


Ntando Bolilitye
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These brownies were a bit too rich for me, but the peanut butter and chocolate flavors were still good. The cheesecake layer was also nice.


Alan O connor
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The brownies were a bit dry, but the peanut butter and chocolate flavors were still good. The cheesecake layer was also nice.


Mathinoe Lee
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These brownies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but the peanut butter and chocolate flavors were still good. The cheesecake layer was also nice.


Joylyn Crisostomo
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I'm not a baker, but these brownies were easy to make and turned out perfectly. The peanut butter and chocolate flavors were delicious, and the cheesecake layer was creamy and smooth.


Edward Girard
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These brownies were a hit at my party! Everyone loved the combination of peanut butter and chocolate, and the cheesecake layer was a nice surprise.


Sohdgh Dhhdfhh
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I was hesitant to try these brownies because I'm not a big fan of peanut butter, but I'm so glad I did! The peanut butter and chocolate flavors are perfectly balanced, and the cheesecake layer is amazing. I will definitely be making these again.


Ibrahim Abdirisak
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These are the best brownies I've ever had! The peanut butter and chocolate flavors are amazing together, and the cheesecake layer is heavenly.


Christopher Elrod
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Love these brownies! They're a great combination of rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter. The cheesecake layer is also a nice touch.


Brand New LTD
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These brownies were incredible! The peanut butter and chocolate flavors were perfectly balanced, and the cheesecake layer was creamy and smooth. I will definitely be making these again!