CHERRY CHEESECAKE BROWNIES

Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 35 mins | Additional Time: 1 hr | Total: 1 hr 50 mins | Servings: 18 | Yield: 18 brownies

Oh, man! These little treats are so good! My friends could not get enough of them. I am even considering selling these brownies one day! Just kidding, give it a try, friends, and be amazed by these little pieces of heaven!

INGREDIENTS :

Brownies:

• 1 cup butter
• 2 cups white sugar
• ⅔ cup of cocoa powder
• 4 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose baking flour
• ½ teaspoon gluten-free baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt

Cheesecake Mix:

• 1 (8 ounces) package cream cheese, softened
• ⅓ cup white sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 (21 ounces) can cherry pie filling

DIRECTIONS :

Step 1: Prepare the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2: Apply cooking oil in a 9×13-inch baking pan.

Step 3: Place the butter in a microwavable bowl and place it inside the microwave. Allow the butter to melt for 1 minute.

Step 4: Remove the melted butter. Add sugar and cocoa powder, then stir until well combined.

Step 5: Add eggs gradually and beat every addition.

Step 6: Add vanilla extract and stir until well blended.

Step 7: In a small mixing bowl, add the flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk until well mixed.

Step 8: Transfer the flour mixture into the batter. Stir until well mixed.

Step 9: Transfer the batter into the greased pan and use a spatula to spread it evenly.

Step 10: In a mixing bowl, add the egg, cream cheese, and sugar. Beat until well mixed.

Step 11: Drop dollops of the mixture and cherries on top of the batter.

Step 12: Place the pan inside the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 45 minutes or until done.

Step 13: Remove the pan from the oven and let it sit at room temperature to cool.

Step 14: Slice the brownie into small bars.

Step 15: Serve and enjoy!