Description
These Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies are the perfect combination of rich chocolate brownie and silky cream cheese filling. With their beautiful swirls and indulgent flavors, they are ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- For the Brownie Layer:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- For the Cream Cheese Swirl:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- 1- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
- 2- Prepare Brownie Batter:
- In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter and cocoa powder until smooth.
- Mix in sugar, then add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
- Gently fold in flour, salt, and chocolate chips until just combined.
- 3- Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture:
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and mix until fluffy.
- Blend in the egg and vanilla extract until the mixture is creamy and smooth.
- 4- Assemble and Swirl:
- Spread brownie batter evenly into the prepared pan. Add dollops of the cream cheese mixture on top.
- Use a skewer or knife to swirl the two mixtures together, creating a marbled effect.
- 5- Bake: Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
- 6- Cool and Slice: Allow brownies to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
Notes
The provided nutrition information is an estimate and may vary depending on the cooking methods used and the specific brands of ingredients selected.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 - 35 minutes
- Category: Brownies
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 232
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 107mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 55mg