Red Velvet Cheesecake Hearts (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Red Velvet Brownie Batter
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1/2 cup plain flour
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1/4 teaspoon baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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5 tablespoons butter (divided into 5 pieces)
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4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate (chopped)
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1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
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2 whole eggs
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1 fluid ounce red food coloring
→ Cheesecake Batter
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8 ounces softened cream cheese
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1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
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2/3 cup white sugar
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1 tablespoon vanilla essence
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2 whole eggs
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1 tablespoon plain flour
→ Topping
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Red sugar crystals (for topping)
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round springform pan generously with butter or shortening.
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Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Melt butter and chocolate together over simmering water. Whisk in sugar, eggs, and red food coloring. Add dry ingredients and mix until smooth. Set aside.
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Using a stand mixer, beat cream cheese and yogurt until smooth. Add sugar and vanilla extract. Incorporate eggs one at a time. Mix in flour until combined. Set aside.
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Reserve 1/4 cup of brownie batter. Pour remaining brownie batter into the pan and spread evenly. Layer cheesecake batter on top. Drizzle reserved brownie batter and swirl with a knife.
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Bake for 30 minutes until set. Cool for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight. Sprinkle with red sugar crystals.
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Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out brownies. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to a few days.
# Notes:
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This dessert combines rich red velvet brownies with creamy cheesecake for a romantic treat.
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The heart shapes make it perfect for special occasions like Valentine's Day.