Peanut Butter Cheesecake Brownies
This soft and fudgy Peanut Butter Cheesecake Brownies recipe is super easy to make and perfect for dessert or snack. Enjoy 3 layers of chocolate goodness.
Ingredients
For Brownie Layer
- 1 box Double Chocolate Brownie Mix
- 2 Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Water
For Peanut Butter Cheesecake Layer
- 8 oz Cream Cheese room temperature
- 1/2 cup Peanut Butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 Egg room temperature
- 2 teaspoons Pure Vanilla Extract
Instructions
For Brownie Layer
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Preheat Oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit
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Line an 8x8" square pan with parchment paper
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Spray nonstick spray on the bottom and sides of the pan
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To make the brownie layer, follow the instructions on the Brownie Mix box
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Pour batter into the pan reserving 1/2 cup for the top. Spread the brownie batter evenly on the pan
For Peanut Butter Cheesecake Layer
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In the bowl of a mixer, whip the cream cheese for 3-4 minutes until creamy
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Add the peanut butter, vanilla, and sugar. Continue whipping until combined
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Finally, add the eggs and mix
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Pour this cheesecake batter on top of the brownie batter
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Place mounds of the reserved brownie batter separately over the cheesecake batter
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With a toothpick or the back of a knife, make swirls on top
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Bake for 28-35 minutes (mine took 30 minutes) or until a knife inserted in the middle comes out clean
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Remove from heat and let it cool on a rack
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When cooled place in the fridge to set. About 3 hours to overnight
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Remove from mold and cut into squares
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Enjoy!