Cheesecake Brownies (Print Version)

Ingredients:

01 - Unsalted butter: 1/2 cup, melted for graham cracker crust.
02 - Granulated sugar: 1/4 cup, for graham cracker crust.
03 - Graham cracker crumbs: 1 1/2 cups, for the crust foundation.
04 - Unsalted butter: 1/2 cup, softened for brownie base.
05 - Semi-sweet chocolate: 8 oz, chopped (or 1 cup chocolate chips), for brownie base.
06 - Granulated sugar: 1 cup, for brownie sweetness.
07 - Eggs: 3 large, for binding.
08 - Vanilla extract: 1 tsp, for flavor.
09 - All-purpose flour: 3/4 cup, for brownie structure.
10 - Unsweetened cocoa powder: 1/4 cup, for chocolate richness.
11 - Salt: 1/4 tsp, to enhance flavors.
12 - Cream cheese: 8 oz, softened for cheesecake layer.
13 - Granulated sugar: 1/4 cup, for cheesecake sweetness.
14 - Egg: 1 large, for cheesecake binding.
15 - Vanilla extract: 1 tsp, for cheesecake flavor.
16 - Strawberry jam (or fresh puree): 1/4 cup, for strawberry swirl.
17 - Fresh strawberries: 1/4 cup, sliced (optional), for topping.
18 - Extra graham cracker crumbs: optional, for garnish.

Instructions:

01 - Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8x8-inch baking dish lined with parchment paper and lightly greased.
02 - In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and sugar. Press the mixture into the dish and bake for 8-10 minutes. Let it cool.
03 - To make the brownie layer, soften butter and chocolate in a microwave, stirring every 30 seconds. Mix in the sugar and whisk in eggs gradually, then add vanilla. Fold in flour, cocoa, and salt gently. Spread this over the cooled crust.
04 - For the cheesecake layer, beat the cream cheese and sugar until fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla and mix until combined. Spoon strawberry jam over the cheesecake layer and swirl it with a knife.
05 - Optionally, add sliced strawberries on top and bake for 30-35 minutes, until set. Allow to cool completely.
06 - Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Use parchment to lift the bars, slice, and garnish with additional graham cracker crumbs if desired.

Notes:

01 - These Strawberry Cheesecake Brownies feature a rich, chocolatey brownie layer topped with a creamy cheesecake layer swirled with strawberry jam.
02 - Perfect for parties, celebrations, or a decadent dessert any time.
03 - Refrigerating for at least 2 hours ensures the bars set properly for easy slicing.

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