Keto Cheesecake Swirled Brownies

My recipe for keto cheesecake swirled brownies combines the best qualities of both cheesecake and brownies. They are rich, fudgy brownies that feature a generous swirl of cheesecake. Honestly, they make one delicious keto treat. 

I don’t know if this is ever your experience, but sometimes I am torn between wanting two different desserts.

Well, this recipe for low-carb cream cheese brownies is the result of finding myself in that dilemma.  

Sure, I could have made my keto cheesecake a recipe that produces a velvety smooth cheesecake that tastes just as good as its traditional counterparts.

Or my Michelle’s Keto Brownies a recipe that was birthed out of my daughter’s need for a keto brownie that would rival her favorite high carb recipe. 

Either of these recipes could have satisfied my need for something sweet that was still keto. But I wanted something different. I wanted keto-friendly cheesecake brownies.

You see, I was in the mood for both of these flavor profiles, and I was not about to be denied or ruin my keto streak. Look, most of my recipes start with a craving.

The way I see it, if I’m having a food temptation, someone else out there will also appreciate a low-carb alternative.

Thankfully, 9 times out of 10 I come out of my kitchen creating a recipe that can satisfy that need and still keep me in ketosis.

It’s something I thank my sweet Jesus for because I don’t think I would have been able to stay on the course all these years otherwise.

Who says you can’t enjoy delicious desserts while on a keto diet? If you’re feeling deprived, you and I really need to chat. There is no reason to feel like you are missing out.

Make sure you check out our Keto Cheesecakes for more delicious flavor and style options. 

Keto Cheesecake Swirl Brownies

If you are looking to replace a traditional cream cheese brownie recipe with one that is low in carbs, then you’ve come to the right place.

What’s great about these keto cream cheese brownies, besides their ability to curb a chocolate craving, is that they are also very easy to make. 

Part of the reason this recipe works so well is that baking chocolate is used as the base for this keto-friendly brownie.

I have a few other great keto brownie recipes on the site that combine cocoa powder and baking chocolate.

However, I feel this recipe produces the richest, fudgiest brownies because it exclusively uses baking chocolate. 

Ingredients Needed To Make Keto Cheesecake Brownies

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As I stated earlier, these low-carb cream cheese brownies come together easily. With just a few basic ingredients that are common in the keto baking kitchen, you can whip up a batch of these brownies in no time.

It’s a recipe that will curb a chocolate craving without worrying about a sugar spike. There is no need to succumb to temptations when you have a simple solution.

The following is the list of items you’ll need to make these keto-friendly brownies. Note that the full printable recipe card is at the bottom of the page:

• Baking Chocolate
• Butter, room temperature
• Granulated Sugar-substitute 
• Eggs, room temperature
• Cream Cheese, room temperature
• Almond Flour
• Vanilla Extract
• Baking Powder
• Salt

A few key tips to ensure you get the results would be to start off by using room-temperature butter, eggs, and cream cheese.

This is because when these items are too cold, they will cause your brownie batter to be too thick, and this will affect the final outcome. 

The other advice I can give you is to make sure you do not over-bake your brownies. It will be the difference between a rich, fudgy brownie and that of a dry, unappetizing baked good. 

How To Make Keto Cheesecake Swirled Brownies

You’ll begin by making the keto brownie layer. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees, and line the bottom and sides of an 8×8 square pan with parchment paper for easy removal once baked. 

Then, melt the baking chocolate and butter, either in a double boiler or in the microwave, stirring well and allowing it to cool for 5 minutes. 

In a medium-sized bowl, combine the granulated sugar substitute with the butter-chocolate mixture and whisk until fully combined. 

Stir in the vanilla extract, then mix in the eggs individually. Add the sifted almond flour, baking powder, and salt, and whisk until fully blended, being careful not to overmix to maintain a fudgy texture. 

Spread 2/3 of the batter into the prepared pan before making the cheesecake layer.

For the keto cheesecake layer, use an electric mixer to mix the cream cheese, sugar substitute, egg, and vanilla extract until fully combined. 

Pour the cheesecake swirl on the brownie batter, followed by spoonfuls of the remaining brownie mix. Using a knife, swirl the two batters together.

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-25 minutes or until the center is just set but still able to jiggle. Allow the brownies to cool fully on a baking rack, then lift them using the parchment paper and cut them into even squares.

For clean edges, refrigerate the brownies until cool before slicing. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 3 weeks.

Best Sugar-Substitutes For Keto Brownie Cheesecake

You have several choices when it comes to creating these keto cheesecake brownies. My go-to choice is Monk Fruit. Frankly, it’s what comes closest to regular sugar’s texture and flavor in my book. 

Lakanto Monk Fruit gets its sweetness from antioxidants called mogrosides, instead of fructose or sucrose. It’s why it’s a great all-natural sugar substitute and has zero calories and a zero glycemic index.

I’m also partial to the Swerve brand, an erythritol blend. Unlike other natural sweeteners, such as stevia, it has no bitter aftertaste and measures just like sugar.

It’s also a sugar substitute that browns and caramelizes like sugar. Swerve is made from ingredients found in select fruits and starchy root vegetables and contains no artificial ingredients, preservatives, or flavors.

It’s unlike other sugar alcohols since it has a 0% impact on blood sugar.

You could also use the stevia and erythritol-based brand Pyure for most of my baked goods. However, if using Pyure, you will want to use half the amount called for in this recipe since it’s a much sweeter choice.

I must add that the use of a stevia brand can intensify the bitter aftertaste when used in chocolate recipes.

Lastly, if you can easily find a more natural sugar substitute, you can also use Splenda with great success.

Keto Baking

Once I changed my diet to a ketogenic one, regular baking had to take a major backseat. In fact, traditional baking was probably at the root of a lot of the health issues I was confronting.

A drastic change to my baking style is vital if I want to see the benefits of the keto lifestyle. Keto baking started as a necessity and has grown into a passion of mine. 

You may have figured out by now that I enjoy cooking, but what I really love is baking. Maybe you came to this conclusion already if you’ve noticed my preference for showing baked goods on this site.

Truth be told, I’ve had a love affair with baking as far back as I can remember. I recall sitting at the kitchen table eagerly awaiting a freshly baked treat from my Mami.

I was mesmerized by the process, from the careful measuring to the undeniable smells of something made in the oven.

My Mami didn’t always bake desserts, but when she did, it was a welcomed treat.  Even as a child, it was something I wanted to replicate the moment I was allowed in the kitchen. 

The idea that putting a few baking ingredients together could bring a smile really drew me into the world of baking.

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