Ingredients
For the brownie base:
• ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tbsp red food-safe gel (or 3 tsp liquid coloring)
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• ¼ tsp salt
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ½ cup buttermilk (or ½ cup milk + ½ tbsp vinegar)
For the cream cheese swirl:
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened (or dairy-free alternative)
• ¼ cup sugar
• 1 egg
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch pan or line with parchment paper.
- Make the brownie base: In a bowl, whisk melted butter and sugar. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla. Mix in cocoa, food coloring, flour, salt, and baking soda. Gradually add buttermilk, mixing until just combined.
- Make the swirl: In another bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour brownie batter into the pan and spread evenly. Drop spoonfuls of cream cheese mixture on top.
- Use a knife to gently swirl through the batter—don’t overmix!
- Bake 28–32 minutes, until edges are set and center is fudgy (a toothpick should have moist crumbs).
- Cool completely before slicing for clean cuts.
✨ Store in the fridge for extra-dense texture!
💡 Pro tip: For marbled perfection, chill the pan 10 minutes before swirling.
PREP TIME & NUTRITION :
Prep Time : 15 mins , Cook Time : 30 mins , Total Time : 45 mins , Servings : 12 brownies , Calories : 190 , Net Carbs: 20g , Fats: 11g , Protein: 4g