Matcha Cheesecake Brownies
These Matcha Cheesecake Brownies are a delicious combination of two classic desserts. The rich, fudgy brownie base is topped with a creamy, green tea-infused cheesecake layer. The result is a decadent treat that is sure to please any matcha lover.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon matcha powder
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease an 8-inch square baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar until combined. Add the eggs and vanilla extract and whisk until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Spread the brownie batter into the prepared pan. In a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese, sugar, and matcha powder until smooth. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the brownie batter.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the center is set. Allow to cool before cutting into bars.
Nutritional Information:
- Serving size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 250
- Total fat: 13g
- Saturated fat: 8g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
- Sodium: 120mg
- Total carbohydrate: 30g
- Dietary fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 20g
- Protein: 3g