Dive into the delightful layers of rich chocolate and creamy cheesecake with these irresistible Cheesecake Brownies. They are the perfect treat for any gathering, guaranteed to delight your guests!

Ingredients:

Brownies:

12 ounces semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate chips
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into cubes
¾ cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 eggs, room temperature
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
⅓ cup cornstarch
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips

Cheesecake Layer:

8 ounces cream cheese, softened
½ cup granulated sugar
1 egg, room temperature
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions:
 Prep: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray a 9-inch square baking pan with cooking spray and line with parchment paper.
 Brownie Batter: Melt chocolate chips and butter in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds. Stir in sugar and vanilla. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Whisk together cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt in a separate bowl and add to chocolate mixture. Stir until smooth and glossy. Mix in mini chocolate chips. Pour two-thirds of the batter into the prepared pan.
 Cheesecake Layer: Beat cream cheese until fluffy. Add sugar, then egg and vanilla, mixing until smooth. Spread over the brownie layer.
 Assemble: Dollop remaining brownie batter over the cheesecake layer and swirl with a knife.
 Bake: Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean. Cool completely before slicing.
 Enjoy: Cut into squares and serve. Store leftovers in the refrigerator.