Description
Butter cream cheese brownies blend rich chocolate with tangy cream cheese for an irresistible dessert. Marbled layers of fudgy brownie and creamy cheese create a luxurious treat that elevates classic chocolate indulgence.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar (for brownie batter)
- 2 large eggs (for brownie batter)
- ⅔ cup (60 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¾ cup plus 1 tablespoon (110 g) all-purpose flour (for brownie batter)
- ½ cup (85 g) chocolate chips
- 8 ounces (226 g) block cream cheese, softened
Fats and Liquids:
- ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter, melted and hot
- 1 tablespoon water
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract (for brownie batter)
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Additional Components:
- ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar (for cream cheese mixture)
- 1 tablespoon (8 g) all-purpose flour (for cream cheese mixture)
- 1 large egg white
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and line an 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, allowing excess to hang over the sides for easy removal.
- Melt the butter in a large mixing bowl and whisk in granulated sugar. Allow the mixture to rest for 5 minutes to help dissolve the sugar crystals, creating a smoother texture.
- Incorporate whole eggs, water, and vanilla extract into the butter-sugar mixture, stirring until thoroughly combined and slightly frothy.
- In a separate bowl, sift together unsweetened cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and salt to eliminate any potential lumps and ensure even distribution of dry ingredients.
- Gently fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Carefully fold in chocolate chips, being careful not to overmix the batter.
- Prepare the cream cheese layer by beating softened cream cheese in a clean bowl until smooth and creamy. Add granulated sugar, flour, egg white, and vanilla extract, mixing until the mixture is completely uniform and free of lumps.
- Pour the chocolate brownie batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly to the corners. Dollop the cream cheese mixture on top in strategic spoonfuls.
- Using a knife or thin spatula, create elegant swirls by gently dragging the cream cheese through the chocolate batter, creating a marbled effect.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 32-37 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from the oven and allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan for at least 1 hour before lifting out and cutting into squares.
Notes
- Swirling creates a marbled effect that transforms ordinary brownies into a stunning dessert presentation.
- Cream cheese mixture adds luxurious richness and tangy contrast to deep chocolate base.
- Letting butter and sugar sit helps develop deeper caramelized flavor profiles.
- Chocolate chips provide unexpected bursts of melty texture throughout each brownie bite.
- Cooling time allows brownies to set, ensuring clean cutting and ideal fudgy consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 37 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 430 kcal
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg