Decadent Cream Cheese Brownies
Rich, fudgy chocolate brownies paired with tangy cream cheese swirls create a stunning and indulgent dessert that’s easy to make.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (50g) brown sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup (95g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup (40g) powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhangs for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla extract, whisking until fully combined.
- Sift flour, cocoa powder, and salt into the wet ingredients. Fold gently with a spatula until no streaks remain, being careful not to overmix.
- In a separate bowl, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Pour about 2/3 of the brownie batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Dollop the cream cheese mixture over the batter, then add the remaining brownie batter in dollops.
- Use a toothpick or skewer to gently swirl the cream cheese and brownie batter together, creating a marbled effect.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs. Avoid overbaking.
- Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment paper. Slice into squares and serve.
Notes
[‘Don’t overmix the brownie batter to avoid dense or tough brownies.’, ‘Ensure eggs and cream cheese are at room temperature for easier mixing and smoother swirls.’, ‘Use a toothpick or skewer to gently create the marbled effect without overdoing it.’, ‘Let the brownies cool completely before cutting to ensure clean slices and a firm texture.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 28
- Fat: 16
- Carbohydrates: 36
- Protein: 4
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