Cheesecake Cherry Brownies (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1/2 can of cherry pie filling.
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1 tablespoon of vanilla extract.
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4 large eggs.
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2 1/2 cups of white sugar.
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1/2 teaspoon salt (if using unsalted butter).
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1 cup of cocoa powder, unsweetened.
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1 teaspoon of baking powder.
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8 ounces softened cream cheese.
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1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour.
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1 egg (for the filling).
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1/3 cup sugar (for the filling).
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1 teaspoon vanilla (for the filling).
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1 cup butter, melted and cooled to room temperature.
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F. Put parchment paper in a 9x13 pan, then lightly spray it.
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Mix melted butter with sugar until it looks smooth. Stir in vanilla, then crack in eggs one by one. Blend in the dry stuff.
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Whip cream cheese, sugar, egg, and the vanilla together until it's creamy.
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Spread most of the brownie batter in the pan. Pour on the cream cheese mix, follow with the cherry filling, and dollop the rest of the batter on top.
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Bake for 30-35 minutes until the center moves just a little. Let it cool fully, then chill in the fridge for 1-2 hours before slicing.
# Notes:
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Refrigerate before cutting for neat squares.
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The center should wobble just a bit when it's done baking.
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Keep leftovers stored in the fridge.