Step-by-Step Instructions for Vampire Brownies

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a square baking pan with parchment paper.
• In a large mixing bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter until well combined. Add eggs and vanilla extract; whisk until thickened.
• Sift flour, cocoa powder, and salt into the wet mixture. Gently fold until combined.
• In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth.
• In a saucepan, cook raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice over low heat until softened. Strain for smooth sauce.
• For thicker sauce, mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl, add to sauce, cook until thickened.
• Pour half of the brownie batter into the baking pan, then dollop cream cheese mixture over it.
• Drizzle raspberry sauce on top of the cream cheese layer and swirl gently.
• Spread the remaining brownie batter over the top and smooth out.
• Bake for 25-30 minutes. Use a toothpick to check for doneness, it should come out with a few moist crumbs.
• Allow to cool at room temperature for at least 1 hour before cutting.
• Lift out using parchment overhang, cut into squares, and enjoy!