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Decadent Guinness Chocolate Brownie Cheesecake Bars

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These bars combine the rich, malty bite of Guinness with a fudgy chocolate brownie base and a creamy cheesecake layer, perfect for parties or quiet nights.

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (100g) brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup (95g) all-purpose flour
  • ⅓ cup (35g) unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ⅓ cup (80ml) Guinness stout
  • ½ cup (90g) dark chocolate chips (optional)
  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • ⅓ cup (65g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
  2. Make the brownie batter: In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and glossy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Slowly fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, then carefully stir in the Guinness stout and dark chocolate chips.
  4. Prepare the cheesecake layer: Using an electric mixer or whisk, beat together the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes. Add the egg and vanilla, mixing until combined. Stir in the tablespoon of flour to prevent cracking.
  5. Assemble the bars: Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Gently spoon the cheesecake layer over the brownie base, smoothing it out with a spatula. Dollop the remaining brownie batter on top in spoonfuls and use a knife or skewer to swirl the two layers together, creating a marbled effect.
  6. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until the cheesecake layer is set but still jiggles slightly in the center. The edges should be firm and slightly pulling away from the pan.
  7. Cool completely in the pan on a cooling rack, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight to let the flavors meld and the bars firm up for clean slicing.
  8. Slice into bars using a sharp knife wiped clean between cuts to keep edges neat. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs and cream cheese for smooth batter. Fold dry ingredients gently to keep batter light. Do not over-swirl cheesecake layer to maintain marbled effect. Bake until cheesecake layer jiggles slightly to avoid cracking. Chill bars overnight for best slicing and flavor. Flat Guinness still works, adding mellow richness.

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Keywords: Guinness, chocolate brownie, cheesecake bars, party dessert, easy dessert, fudgy brownies, creamy cheesecake, stout dessert

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