💚 Pistachio Cheesecake Brownies 💚
Fudgy. Nutty. Irresistibly Swirled.
These Pistachio Cheesecake Brownies are what dessert dreams are made of—dense, chocolatey brownie base meets velvety pistachio cheesecake in a swirl of creamy magic. Every bite is a perfect balance of bold cocoa and nutty, sweet pistachio. Whether you’re baking for a celebration or just a weekend treat, these green-swirled beauties are sure to steal the show!
📝 Ingredients
For the brownie layer:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
For the pistachio cheesecake layer:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup pistachio paste (or finely ground pistachios)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- A few drops green food coloring (optional, for extra pistachio flair)
🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Make the brownie base
In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, sugar, and eggs. Whisk until smooth.
Stir in the cocoa powder, then add flour, salt, and baking powder. Mix until just combined.
Pour and spread the batter evenly into a greased or parchment-lined 8×8-inch baking pan.
2️⃣ Make the pistachio cheesecake topping
In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until creamy.
Add the egg, pistachio paste (or ground pistachios), vanilla extract, and a few drops of food coloring if using. Mix until smooth and fully combined.
3️⃣ Swirl & bake
Spoon dollops of the pistachio cheesecake mixture over the brownie batter.
Use a butter knife to gently swirl the layers together—don’t overmix, you want those gorgeous green ribbons!
Bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 30–35 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges are slightly pulling away from the pan.
4️⃣ Cool & slice
Let cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares. Chill in the fridge for cleaner cuts and extra fudginess!
Storage Tips:
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days—if they last that long!
✨ Baker’s Tips:
- For extra nuttiness, sprinkle chopped pistachios on top before baking.
- Pistachio paste gives the creamiest texture, but finely ground roasted pistachios work beautifully too.
- Want a shortcut? Use boxed brownie mix as the base and just make the cheesecake swirl!
These brownies are fudgy, swirly, and downright delightful—perfect with a cup of coffee or served as a chic dessert at your next gathering.
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