Cream Cheese Brownies
Cream Cheese Brownies are a decadent treat that combines rich, fudgy chocolate with a creamy cheese swirl. Perfect for any occasion, these brownies offer a delightful contrast of flavors and textures that will satisfy any sweet tooth. Each bite delivers a heavenly experience, making them an instant favorite among family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for cream cheese mixture)
- 1 egg (for cream cheese mixture)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, mix melted butter and sugar until well combined. Stir in eggs and vanilla extract, then add cocoa powder and flour until just combined.
- In another bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, additional sugar, and one egg until smooth.
- Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the batter, then dollop with remaining brownie batter. Swirl gently using a knife or toothpick.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until set but slightly gooey in the center. Allow to cool before slicing into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (50g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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