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    March 22, 2021

    Cheesecake Swirl Brownie

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    Dense, fudgy, and deliciously rich with chocolate, brownies are a clear favourite at my home. Although they often tussle with the satisfying, scrumptious, and velvety cheesecake to win the dessert spot after dinner. So, I did what any other person would do – combined the two indulgent treats to make one irresistible cheesecake swirl brownie. 

    Made in a little skillet, they are deliciously chewy, with the cream cheese brightening the flavour with a hint of tang. Super quick and fuss-free to make the mini dessert is too cute for words. 

    But the reason I love it is the portion control. The cheesecake swirl brownie is a rich, rich delicacy best enjoyed in small helpings.

    Cheesecake Swirl Brownie | Eggless cheesecake swirl skillet brownie recipe

    How to make a cheesecake swirl brownie?

    I have a teeny cast iron skillet at home. It’s barely 6 inches. But for this recipe, it is good enough to make a dessert that four of us can thoroughly enjoy without overindulging.  

    If you don’t have a skillet, bake the cheesecake brownie in individual ramekins or 5-inch round or square cake tin. 

    Start with the cheesecake topping.

    • Whisk cream cheese and icing sugar till you have a smooth mixture.
    • You may need to add a couple of tablespoons of milk to get the mixture going. 
    • Slide the cream cheese mixture in the refrigerator to chill while you prep the brownie base. 
    Cheesecake Swirl Brownie | Eggless cheesecake swirl skillet brownie recipe

    Make the brownie base.

    • Begin with combining flax powder and water in a 1:3 ratio to make the flax egg.
    • Let it rest for 5 to 10 mins till its thick and goopy and ready to be used.
    • Meanwhile, melt coconut oil and chocolate chips in a double boiler.

    The double boiler gives you better control over the temperature and makes sure that your chocolate is not burnt. For how to make a double boiler (and why), hop over to my peanut butter brownie recipe.

    • When the chocolate chips are just about melted, take them off the stove. 
    • Into this glossy, smooth mixture, stir in sugar. 
    • Whisk well till the sugar dissolves from the residual heat. 
    • Then mix in the flax egg, vanilla extract, all-purpose flour, and cocoa powder.
    • I added a fistful of chocolate chips right at the end for that decadent chocolatey indulgence. Feel free to skip them. 
    Cheesecake Swirl Brownie | Eggless cheesecake swirl skillet brownie recipe

    Quick tip:

    The rule of thumb when making a brownie is never to overmix the batter. Moist, fudgy, and chewy brownies need just a quick stir. 

    Baking the cheesecake skillet brownie

    • Spoon the brownie batter in your greased skillet (ramekin or cake).
    • Plonk the cheesecake filling on top of the batter. 
    • Now with a wooden skewer, create swirls to get that visually striking marbled effect. 
    • Bake the cheesecake brownie for 20 to 22 minutes till the top is settled. 

    Quick tip

    Just like overmixing, over-baking is a big no with a brownie. You’ll end up with a dry texture. So, keep an eye on it. 

    Cheesecake Swirl Brownie | Eggless cheesecake swirl skillet brownie recipe

    Serving the cheesecake swirl brownie

    The hardest part of making a brownie – any brownie – is the wait. You have to let them cool completely because it develops the flavor profile and lends a fudgier mouthfeel. 

    Because I’ve added a cream cheese filling to the brownie, chilling them becomes even more important. So, after the oven does its magic, let the cheesecake swirl brownie cool on the rack and then refrigerate for two to three hours.

    Cut it into pieces and serve with scoops of ice cream. Or take a cue from our book and don’t bother with slicing or the ice cream. Dig right into the skillet with your spoons!

    You’ll love the tangy and velvety cream cheese refreshingly complementing the thick, fudgy, and generously infused with chocolate brownie sponge.

    Cheesecake Swirl Brownie | Eggless cheesecake swirl skillet brownie recipe

    Variations of the cheesecake swirl brownie

    You can easily double or triple the recipe to make more portions. My brownies are eggless, but you can replace the flax egg with one egg. 

    Those who love a bit of crunch to their sweet treats, fold in walnuts or pecans in the brownie batter. Or you can toss the nuts on top before baking. 

    Making it vegan:

    Switch to dairy-free chocolate and plant-based cream cheese to make vegan cheesecake brownies. 

    Making it gluten-free:

    Use buckwheat flour as a substitute for all-purpose flour to make gluten-free cheesecake swirl brownie. I’ve used buckwheat before for my fudgy skillet brownie to great success. 

    Some more brownie recipes:

    • Fudgy Miso Brownies
    • Vegan Brownie Mug Cake
    • Gluten free Brownie Waffles
    • Easy Gluten-Free Chocolate Brownies
    • Fudgy Avocado Brownies | Vegan Brownies Recipe
    Cheesecake Swirl Brownie | Eggless cheesecake swirl skillet brownie recipe

    If you make the cheesecake swirl brownie, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! I love getting to connect with you guys. You can also follow me on Instagram & Pinterest for more fabulous recipes.

    Cheesecake Swirl Brownie | Eggless cheesecake swirl skillet brownie recipe
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    Cheesecake Swirl Brownie

    A quick, small dessert that is super easy to make and utterly divine! This Cheesecake Swirl Brownie is rich, fudgy and the perfect portion control sweet treat.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time20 mins
    Course: Dessert
    Keyword: brownie recipe, cheesecake brownie, chocolate brownies, eggless baking, skillet baking, skillet brownie
    Servings: 1 skillet
    Calories:
    Author: Natasha Minocha

    Ingredients

    Brownie Base

    • 1/4 cup (70 gms) Coconut Oil
    • 1/3 cup (70 gms) Chocolate
    • 1 Flax Egg (check recipe notes for details) you can also use 1 regular egg
    • 1/3 cup (80 gms) Sugar
    • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
    • 1 tbsp Cocoa
    • 1/2 cup All Purpose Flour
    • 2-3 tbsp Chocolate chips ( optional)

    Cheesecake Topping

    • 1/3 cup ( 60 gms) Cream Cheese
    • 2 tbsp Icing Sugar
    • 2-3 tbsp (80 gms) Milk

    Instructions

    Start with the Cheesecake Topping

    • Whisk cream cheese and icing sugar till you have a smooth mixture.
    • You may need to add a couple of tablespoons of milk to get the mixture going. 
    • Slide the cream cheese mixture in the refrigerator to chill while you prep the brownie base. 

    Brownie Base

    • Begin with combining 1 tbsp flax powder and 3 tbsp water to make the flax egg.
    • Let it rest for 5 to 10 mins till its thick and goopy and ready to be used.
    • Meanwhile, melt coconut oil and chocolate chips in a heat proof bowl, over a pot with hot water.
    • When the chocolate chips are just about melted, take them off the stove. 
    • Into this glossy, smooth mixture, stir in sugar. 
    • Whisk well till the sugar dissolves from the residual heat. 
    • Then mix in the flax egg, vanilla extract, all-purpose flour, and cocoa powder. Important note - the rule of thumb when making a brownie is never to overmix the batter. Moist, fudgy, and chewy brownies need just a quick stir. 
    • Optional - you can add extra chocolate chips in the batter at this point if you wish.

    Swirling & Bake

    • Spoon the brownie batter in your greased skillet (ramekin or cake).
    • Plonk the cheesecake filling on top of the batter. 
    • Now with a wooden skewer, create swirls to get that visually striking marbled effect. 
    • Bake the cheesecake brownie for 20 to 22 minutes till the top is settled. Be careful to not overbake, otherwiese the brownie can get dry!

    Chilling Time & Storing

    • Because we use cream cheese in this recipe, let the brownie cool on the oven rack after being baked. Then, refridgerte for 2-3 hours to achieve the ideal fudgy consistency!
    • Keep stored in the fridge.

    Notes

    To make a flax egg - Mix 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons of water. Set that to chill in the fridge for 5-10 minutes. 

    Find more easy cheesecake recipes here.

    Cheesecake Swirl Brownie | Eggless cheesecake swirl skillet brownie recipe
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    1. Helen says

      June 26, 2022 at 11:21 pm

      Hi Natasha, your recipes look very good and i would like to try them. Would it be possible for you to put the measurements in metric as well please. Thank you. Helen.

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      • Natasha Minocha says

        June 28, 2022 at 12:51 pm

        Hello Helen, thank you so much for your kind words! I really appreciate you. I have been receiving this request a lot and have lately been adding metric measurements as well to my recipes. It will take a little time for me to do the same for all the previous blogs, but, rest assured, I'll definitely add them on. 🙂

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