Description
Cream Cheese Brownies combine rich, fudgy chocolate with a smooth, creamy cream cheese layer for an indulgent treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (226 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups (400 grams) granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup (120 grams) all-purpose flour
- ½ cup (50 grams) unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (100 grams) powdered sugar
- 1 large egg (for cream cheese layer)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for cream cheese layer)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan or line with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine melted butter and granulated sugar. Mix until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well, then add vanilla extract. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until fluffy and well combined.
- Spread half of the brownie batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the brownie batter, then dollop spoonfuls of the remaining brownie batter on top. Swirl together for a marbled effect.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs. Let cool for 20 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter.
- Be careful not to overmix the brownie batter to avoid tough brownies.
- Let the brownies cool completely before cutting for clean slices.
- If you prefer, add chocolate chips or nuts to the brownie batter for extra texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Cream Cheese Brownies, brownies, cream cheese dessert, fudgy brownies, chocolate brownies, easy brownie recipe