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The boxed brownie mix just got a whole lot yummier! These brownies are rich, chewy, and filled with bites of cheesecake and cherries.
One bite of these extra yummy brownies and they will become your new favorite. They are as easy as 1-2-3!
Why We Love These Brownies
- They are super chocolatey without being overly sweet.
- With the pops of cherry and cheesecake, no one will ever know they started as a box brownie mix.
- Chocolate – Cherries – Cheesecake! Need I say more?
- They are so simple to make!
Easy Store-Bought Ingredients
Let’s Make Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake Brownies
- Using a hand mixer or a stand mixer, mix the cream cheese, vanilla, and sugar until it is fluffy and set it aside.
- Prepare the brownies according to the box-mix instructions.
- Pour the brownie mix into a baking dish that has been sprayed with non-stick cooking spray or lined with parchment paper.
- Dollop the cream cheese mixture all over the top of the brownie mix.
- Dollop the cherry pie mix on top of the brownie mix.
- Use the back of a spoon or a popsicle stick to swirl the cream cheese and cherries into the brownie mixture.
- Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I store these brownies?
I store them on a plate lightly covered with non-stick aluminum foil.
How long do they last?
These brownies will last 2-3 days.
How do I double this recipe?
Click on the x2 after the word “Ingredients” in the recipe card below.
Krazy Kitchen Mom Tips
- The brownie mix I use calls for 2 or 3 eggs depending on how you like your brownies – chewy or cake-like. I recommend using 3 eggs. The brownies will still have a chewy texture.
- Use all of the cream cheese mixture even if it looks like there is too much. It will bake in and create little pockets of cheesecake flavor.
- All ovens are different so begin checking the brownies at 30 minutes and add more time 3-5 minutes at a time.
- You can freeze any leftover canned cherries for up to 3 months. They are great for topping yogurt, ice cream, or blending in a morning smoothie.
- Get creative – you can change this recipe by using raspberry pie filling or blueberry pie filling.
More KKM Fan Favorite Recipes
- Butternut Squash Stuffed Shells
- Bourbon Brushed Corn Pudding
- Caramel Coconut Samoa (Girl Scout cookie) Brownies
- Crescent Roll Veggie Pizza
Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake Brownies
Boxed brownie mix just got a whole lot yummier! These brownies are rich, chewy, and filled with bites of cheesecake and cherries.
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 350°.
- Using a hand mixer or a stand mixer, mix the cream cheese, vanilla, and sugar until it is fluffy and set it aside.
- Prepare the brownies according to the box-mix instructions.
- Pour the brownie mix into a baking dish that has been sprayed with non-stick cooking spray or lined with parchment paper.
- Dollop the cream cheese mixture all over the top of the brownie mix.
- Dollop the cherry pie mix on top of the brownie mix.
- Use the back of a spoon or a popsicle stick to swirl the cream cheese and cherries into the brownie mixture.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean.
Notes
- The brownie mix I use calls for 2 or 3 eggs depending on how you like your brownies – chewy or cake-like. I recommend using 3 eggs. The brownies will still have a chewy texture.
- Use all of the cream cheese mixture even if it looks like there is too much. It will bake in and create little pockets of cheesecake flavor.
- All ovens are different so begin checking the brownies at 30 minutes and add more time, 3-5 minutes at a time.
- You can freeze any leftover canned cherries for up to 3 months. They are great for topping yogurt, ice cream, or blending in a morning smoothie.
- Get creative – you can change this recipe by using raspberry pie filling or blueberry pie filling.
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Does not say what size brownie mix or what size baking dish
Hi Donna, I used a standard-sized mix which is 18.3 oz. I baked them in an 8″ x 11.5″.
Can I make these the night before? Do they need to be kept in the fridge?
Yes, I would suggest coving them with non-stick foil.
They were amazing.
So happy you like them!
I messed up on mine. I used 8 oz. Creamcheese and 21oz cherry pie filling. I think it was too much because the bars didn’t bake well, even though I baked them for an additional 15 minutes.
Mine are taking longer than 35 minutes I too used 8 oz cream cheese and 21 oz cherries.
All ovens are different so just watch them carefully so they don’t burn.
None has actually answered the question- do you need to store these in the refrigerator? Or can you leave them at room temp for a couple of days? I understand they should be lightly covered, but where??
Thank you
I live in a warm and humid climate so I store them in the refrigerator.
Happy holidays! I’m going to try making these today for a party. What size can of cherries?
Use the 32 oz. can of cherries.
I have not tried as yet. can one use a 9×13 cake pan for this recipe & would one double the recipe? The pan would be the regular size for a sheet cake, how long to bake it? not a glass dish or an 8×8 or 9×9 dish.
I think that would work but I am not sure about the exact baking time since I have not tried it. I would recommend watching it carefully so that it doesn’t overcook.
I make this a few times a year. Everyone loves it. ❤️
So happy to hear!
Made these for a Memorial Day gathering. Used my special Baker’s edge Brownie pan. Gives more edges and firmness. They turned out perfect! So good! Added stars on top for the Holiday. Followed instructions, used 6 of the 8oz cream cheese package. Not quite all of the canned cherries, glad I cut back on those,
I have made this at least five times for work and everyone loves them.
Thanks for letting me know. Glad you like it!