Description
Decadent Matcha Cocoa Cheesecake Brownie Delight
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup granulated erythritol (or your favorite keto sweetener)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated erythritol (or your favorite keto sweetener)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon matcha green tea powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8×8-inch baking dish by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt, whisking until evenly mixed.
- In a larger bowl, blend the melted butter, erythritol, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually incorporate the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
- Spoon half of the brownie batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with erythritol, egg, vanilla extract, and matcha powder until silky and well blended.
- Layer the cheesecake mixture over the brownie base in the pan.
- Dollop the remaining brownie batter over the cheesecake layer and create a gentle swirl with a knife or toothpick.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Let the brownies cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes before cutting them into squares.
- For the best flavor experience, refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- Yields 9 servings.
- For an extra depth of flavor, add a teaspoon of espresso powder to the brownie mix.
- Switch out the matcha for other flavors like vanilla or lemon zest for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Keto
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg