[These cherry cheesecake brownies are sponsored by Harry and David.]

Never did I ever think brownies would bring me so much joy!

These cherry cheesecake swirl brownies are super rich and fudgy, filled with dark chocolate and fresh cherry, topped with a cherry cheesecake swirl.

Well, that’s a lie. Brownies always bring joy. But to the point where I can’t stop thinking about them? I’m giddy.

See, cherries have always been a THING in our house. When I was a kid, I would get SO excited when my mom would bring the first cherries of the year into the kitchen. I’d sit and eat them one by one and be ridiculously happy. They are quintessential SUMMER to me and the moment I get my hands on some? The happiness ensues.

harry and david cherries

And I’m so excited to be partnering again today with Harry and David! I’ve rambled about it for years, but ever since I was young and we’d get a box of pears around the holidays, I’ve been hooked. And then, when I got to visit Harry and David in 2016? Eeeep. Dream moment.

The best news is that they also have fresh sweet cherries. Oh my word – their cherries. I can’t even type out enough exclamation points.

Their cherries are phenomenal. They arrive in perfect condition (seriously I’ve never got a bad one!) and they are so, so sweet in the best way. We pretty much fight over them in this house.

harry and david cherries

As delicious as they are on their own, I knew I wanted to do something fun with them. Cherry season is one of my favorites to celebrate, so I can’t allow that one to pass me by. Especially when I go and include chocolate.

I mean… just look at this batter. Who needs cookie dough when there is brownie batter like this?!

brownie batter

Anyway! Cherry cheesecake brownies!

Yes yes yes let’s get to it.

cheesecake brownie batter

I’ve loved cheesecake brownies forever too, of course. I bet that is SHOCKING.

In fact, if I had to choose that last-ever meal, it would include cheesecake. Or brownies. Or one of each. If presented with the option of a regular brownie or a cheesecake brownie, I’d always choose the cheesecake version. This is probably no secret, given my ridiculous stash of cheesecake recipes here on the blog. It’s just so… creamy. And rich.

These cherry cheesecake swirl brownies are super rich and fudgy, filled with dark chocolate and fresh cherry, topped with a cherry cheesecake swirl.

And I knew I wanted to make a cherry cheesecake swirl and it was so much easier than I thought! Simply chop up the cherries, add them to your cheesecake mixture, and you’re good to go.

There are also a bunch of chopped cherries IN the brownies, along with chocolate chunks. It’s the best cherry flavor ever because it’s so REAL – and it’s really darn good with all the dark chocolate.

Cherries, chocolate, cheesecake. Makes me so super happy!

P.S. I would like to frame that brownie batter swirl above, please and thank you.

These cherry cheesecake swirl brownies are super rich and fudgy, filled with dark chocolate and fresh cherry, topped with a cherry cheesecake swirl.

Cherry Cheesecake Brownies

Cherry Cheesecake Swirl Brownies

These cherry cheesecake swirl brownies are super rich and fudgy, filled with dark chocolate and fresh cherry, topped with a cherry cheesecake swirl.
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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2/3 cup dark chocolate chips or chunk
  • ½ cup chopped fresh Harry & David cherries

cherry cheesecake swirl

Instructions 

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Spray a 9x9 inch baking dish with non-stick baking spray.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, cocoa powder and sugar until combined. Whisk in the egg and vanilla extract until combined. Stir in the flour and salt until it is just combined in the batter. Fold in the chocolate and cherries.
  • Spread the brownie batter in the greased baking dish.

cherry cheesecake swirl

  • In the bowl of your electric mixer (or with a hand mixer), beat the cream cheese until smooth and cream. Beat in the sugar, egg yolk, vanilla and cherries until smooth and combined.
  • Drop spoonfuls of the cheesecake batter all over the brownie batter. Use a knife to swirl the cheesecake mixture into the batter.
  • Bake the brownies for 35 to 45 minutes, until they are set in the center and the cheesecake part is golden. Let cool completely before slicing and serving.

Notes

recipe adapted from gourmet
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These cherry cheesecake swirl brownies are super rich and fudgy, filled with dark chocolate and fresh cherry, topped with a cherry cheesecake swirl.

Oh the fudginess.