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Cream Cheese Brownies

Indulge in Fudgy Cream Cheese Brownies for Pure Bliss

Savor the rich, chocolatey delight of Cream Cheese Brownies, a perfect treat for any occasion.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Bakery, Chocolate Desserts, Cream Cheese Brownies, Easy Baking, Fudge Brownies, Party Treats
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Cooling Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Calories: 250kcal

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • microwave-safe bowl
  • spatula
  • knife or skewer

Ingredients

For the Brownies

  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter room temperature
  • 8 oz Semi-sweet or Bittersweet Chocolate melted
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar adjust to taste
  • 2 Large Eggs room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract pure or imitation
  • ½ cup All-Purpose Flour sifted
  • ⅓ cup Cocoa Powder unsweetened
  • ¼ teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Baking Powder

For the Cream Cheese Swirl

  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • ¼ cup Granulated Sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract same as for brownies

Instructions

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8x8-inch baking pan with cooking spray and parchment paper.
  • Mix softened cream cheese and unsalted butter until creamy and smooth.
  • Melt semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate with remaining unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl.
  • Add granulated sugar, then mix in the large eggs one at a time along with the vanilla extract.
  • Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, kosher salt, and baking powder in a separate bowl before folding into the chocolate mixture.
  • Pour half the chocolate batter into the prepared pan, dollop the cream cheese mixture on top, and spoon remaining chocolate batter over it. Swirl to create patterns.
  • Bake for 40-45 minutes until a toothpick comes out with a few crumbs. Let cool for at least 1 hour.
  • Lift cooled brownies out using parchment overhang and cut into 16 squares.

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Allowing the brownies to cool completely before slicing enhances texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1square | Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 1mg