Indulge in decadent Red Velvet Cheesecake Swirl Brownies! This irresistible recipe combines rich, fudgy brownies with a creamy cheesecake swirl for a truly unforgettable treat. These brownies are perfect for any occasion, from a casual weeknight treat to an impressive dessert for a special gathering. They’re guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.

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Steps to Make Red Velvet Cheesecake Swirl Brownies
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9×13 baking pan with parchment paper and set aside until ready to use. Crack three large eggs into a 4-cup measuring cup with a spout and lightly whisk them. Then, add the vegetable oil.
- Add two tablespoons of milk, vanilla extract, white vinegar, and red food coloring. Then, use a small whisk to combine everything until the mixture is well-emulsified. Set aside until ready to use.
- Place the flour, sugar, salt, baking soda, and cocoa powder in a large bowl.
- Whisk the dry ingredients together until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients.
- Use a silicone spatula to stir the wet and dry ingredients together until a dough forms.
- Use a large ice cream scoop to remove about ¾ cup of the batter, and place it in a small bowl. Set the small bowl aside until ready to use.
- Stir white chocolate chips into the brownie batter in the large bowl.
- Transfer the brownie batter to the prepared baking pan, and use a silicone spatula to press it into an even layer. Set the pan aside while preparing the cheesecake layer.
To Make the Cheesecake Swirl Layer
- Place the room-temperature cream cheese in a medium-size bowl and beat with an electric hand mixer for about a minute until light and fluffy. Add the sugar and beat for about two minutes until well combined.
- Then, add the vanilla extract and two eggs. Beat for about a minute with the mixer until well combined. Scrape the bowl and beat for another minute.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the red velvet brownie batter in the prepared pan. Smooth the cheesecake batter with a silicone spatula so that it reaches the edges of the pan. Set the pan aside while you make the red velvet swirl.
- Pour three tablespoons of milk into the small bowl with the reserved brownie batter.
- Use a silicone spatula to stir the milk into the brownie batter until well combined and the batter is liquid.
- Use a small ice cream scoop, or a large spoon, to drop the red batter into the cheesecake layer.
- Use a wooden chopstick or knife to draw through the red velvet batter to create the swirl effect on top. Bake in a 350°F oven for 35-40 minutes or until the center is set.
- Remove the pan from the oven and allow it to cool to room temperature. Place the pan in the refrigerator for at least four hours, or overnight to chill the Red Velvet Cheesecake Swirl Brownies thoroughly.
- To serve the Red Velvet Cheesecake Swirl Brownies, remove the pan from the refrigerator, lift the parchment out of the pan, and place it on a large cutting board. Peel the parchment away from the brownies and cut it into squares. Store the brownies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with these Red Velvet Cheesecake Swirl Brownies. The perfect blend of moist, red velvet brownies and tangy cheesecake filling will leave you wanting more. Treat yourself or your loved ones. They’re guaranteed to impress and will be the star of any dessert table.
Recipe Tips and Tricks
- Recently the FDA banned Red 3 dye however, this ban does not go into effect until January 15, 2027. The McCormick Red Food Coloring that I used in this recipe, and is what’s typically found in most supermarkets, unfortunately does contain the banned ingredient. However, there are some red food colorings on the market that do not contain the banned ingredient. Amazon sells a variety of natural food colorings, ranging from powder to gel to liquid. The one that I would recommend, that is closest to what I used in this recipe, is this Amazon Fresh Red Food coloring. You can also get plant based food colorings at Whole Foods, but they come in a pack of four colors.
- Do not cover the room-temperature pan when placing it in the refrigerator to chill, as condensation will form on top of the brownies.
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Red Velvet Cheesecake Swirl Brownies
Equipment
- 9×13 baking pan
- Parchment paper
- Large Bowl
- 4-cup measuring cup with a spout
- medium size bowl
- Small Bowl
- 2 whisks
- 2 silicone spatulas
- Electric hand mixer
Ingredients
For the Red Velvet Brownies
- 3 ¼ c All-Purpose Flour
- 2 ¼ c White Granulated Sugar
- 3 tbs Cocoa Powder
- ½ tsp Baking Powder
- ½ tsp Table Salt
- 3 Large Eggs
- 1 c Vegetable Oil
- 5 tbs Whole Milk divided
- 1 ½ tbs Vanilla Extract
- 2 tbs Red Food Coloring1
- 2 tsp White Vinegar
- 5.5 oz White Chocolate Chips
For the Cheesecake Layer
- 8 oz Cream Cheese room temperature
- ¾ c White Granulated Sugar
- 2 Large Eggs
- 1 tbs Vanilla Extract
Instructions
To Make the Red Velvet Brownies
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9×13 baking pan with parchment paper and set aside until ready to use.
- Crack three large eggs into a 4-cup measuring cup with a spout and lightly whisk them. Then, add the vegetable oil, two tablespoons of milk, vanilla extract, white vinegar, and red food coloring. Use a small whisk to combine everything until the mixture is well-emulsified. Set aside until ready to use.
- Place the flour, sugar, salt, baking soda, and cocoa powder in a large bowl and whisk together until well combined. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Use a silicone spatula to stir until dough forms.
- Use a large ice cream scoop to remove about ¾ cup of the batter, and place it in a small bowl. Set the small bowl aside until ready to use.
- Stir white chocolate chips into brownie batter in the large bowl. Transfer the brownie batter to the prepared baking pan, and use a silicone spatula to press it into an even layer. Set the pan aside while preparing the cheesecake layer.
To Make the Cheesecake Swirl Layer
- Place the room-temperature cream cheese in a medium-sized bowl and beat with an electric hand mixer for about a minute until light and fluffy. Add the sugar and beat for about two minutes until well combined. Then, add the vanilla extract and two eggs and beat for about a minute until well combined. Scrape the bowl and beat for another minute.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the red velvet brownie batter in the prepared pan. Smooth the cheesecake batter with a silicone spatula so that it reaches the edges. Set the pan aside while you make the red velvet swirl.
- Pour three tablespoons of milk into the small bowl with the reserved brownie batter. Use a silicone spatula to stir the milk into the brownie batter until well combined and the batter is liquid.
- Use a small ice cream scoop, or a large spoon, to drop the red batter into the cheesecake layer. Use a wooden chopstick or knife to draw through the red velvet batter to create the swirl effect on top.
- Bake in a 350°F oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the center is set. Remove the pan from the oven and allow it to cool to room temperature. Place the pan in the refrigerator uncovered2 for at least four hours, or overnight to chill thoroughly.
- To serve the Red Velvet Cheesecake Swirl Brownies, remove the pan from the refrigerator, lift the parchment out of the pan, and place it on a large cutting board. Peel the parchment away from the brownies and cut it into squares. Store the brownies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Yield 24 servings
Tips/Notes
- Recently the FDA banned Red 3 dye however, this ban does not go into effect until January 15, 2027. The McCormick Red Food Coloring that I used in this recipe, and is what’s typically found in most supermarkets, unfortunately does contain the banned ingredient. However, there are some red food colorings on the market that do not contain the banned ingredient. Amazon sells a variety of natural food colorings, ranging from powder to gel to liquid. The one that I would recommend, that is closest to what I used in this recipe, is this Amazon Fresh Red Food coloring. You can also get plant based food colorings at Whole Foods, but they come in a pack of four colors.
- When placing the room temperature pan in the refrigerator, do not cover it because condensation will form on top of the brownies when they chill.
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