Matcha Cheesecake Swirl Brownies (Print View)
Chocolate brownies marbled with silky matcha cheesecake for a flavorful, visually striking treat.
# Components:
→ Brownie Batter
01 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter
02 - 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
03 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
04 - 2 large eggs
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Matcha Cheesecake Swirl
08 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
09 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
10 - 1 large egg
11 - 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
12 - 1 tablespoon matcha green tea powder
13 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for lifting.
02 - In a heatproof bowl, combine butter and chocolate chips. Melt in the microwave in 30-second intervals or over a bain-marie, stirring until smooth. Let cool slightly.
03 - Whisk the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract into the melted chocolate mixture until fully incorporated.
04 - Fold in flour and salt until just combined. Set aside.
05 - In a separate bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
06 - Add egg, flour, matcha powder, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture. Beat until completely smooth.
07 - Spread approximately two-thirds of the brownie batter into the prepared pan. Spoon dollops of matcha cheesecake mixture over the brownie layer. Add the remaining brownie batter in between the cheesecake dollops.
08 - Using a skewer or knife, gently swirl the brownie and cheesecake mixtures together to achieve a marbled effect.
09 - Bake for 35 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is just slightly jiggly.
10 - Allow to cool completely in the pan. Lift out using the parchment overhang and slice into squares.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Fusion of chocolate and matcha flavors
- Beautiful marbled appearance for special occasions
02 -
- Contains dairy, eggs, gluten, soy, and possible nut traces from chocolate chips
- Leftovers keep in the refrigerator for up to 4 days
03 -
- For more intense matcha flavor, use up to 1.5 tbsp matcha powder
- Add white chocolate chips for extra richness in the brownie batter