Description
Rich, velvety cream cheese brownies blend classic chocolate indulgence with silky cream cheese swirls. Chocolate lovers will savor this irresistible dessert that marries deep cocoa intensity with tangy cream cheese richness. Grab a fork and enjoy pure baking bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Dairy and Flavor Enhancers:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (2 times)
Seasoning:
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350F (175C) and prepare the baking pan by greasing or lining with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Create the rich brownie foundation by melting butter in a saucepan, then cooling slightly to prevent egg scrambling when mixing.
- Whisk melted butter with granulated sugar until well combined, then incorporate eggs individually, ensuring smooth integration after each addition.
- Fold sifted dry ingredients (flour, cocoa powder, salt) into the wet mixture, gently blending until just combined to maintain a tender texture.
- Fold chocolate chips into the brownie batter, distributing them evenly for consistent chocolate bursts throughout the dessert.
- In a separate mixing bowl, transform cream cheese into a silky base by beating until completely smooth and lump-free.
- Blend powdered sugar and vanilla extract into the cream cheese, creating a luxurious, creamy filling with balanced sweetness.
- Layer the brownie experience by spreading two-thirds of the chocolate batter across the prepared pan, ensuring an even surface.
- Artfully distribute cream cheese mixture over the brownie layer, creating dollops that will create beautiful marbling when swirled.
- Top with remaining brownie batter, then use a knife to create gentle swirls, mixing cream cheese and chocolate for a marbled effect.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, watching for the telltale sign of doneness: a toothpick with a few moist crumbs when inserted into the center.
- Allow brownies to cool completely in the pan, which helps them set and makes cutting into clean, precise squares easier.
Notes
- Chill cream cheese beforehand to ensure smooth, lump-free mixing for a silky texture.
- Use room temperature eggs to help ingredients blend more evenly and create a more consistent batter.
- Swap out regular flour with gluten-free flour blend for celiac-friendly brownies without compromising taste.
- Control swirling technique by using a toothpick or thin knife to create intricate marble patterns in the cream cheese layer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 27 g
- Sodium: 130 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg