Cream Cheese Brownies Recipe
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Cream Cheese Brownies Recipe
Description
The Cream Cheese Brownies recipe starts by preparing a chocolate brownie batter using granulated sugar, butter, water, semisweet chocolate chips, eggs, vanilla, flour, baking soda, and salt. The chocolate chips are melted into the hot sugar and butter syrup before adding eggs and dry ingredients, resulting in a smooth, rich batter poured into an 8x8 baking pan. Separately, a cream cheese swirl is made by mixing room temperature cream cheese with egg, sugar, and vanilla until creamy. Dollops of the cream cheese batter are placed atop the brownie batter and swirled with a toothpick or knife to create decorative marbling. Baking at 350°F for about 30 minutes sets the center and creates a tender yet moist texture. Cooling before cutting allows the bars to firm up for neat slices.
The finished brownies bring together the bittersweet chocolate intensity with the slightly tart, creamy swirl, forming a harmonious dessert. They can be served as a rich snack or dessert. The recipe yields a pan of brownies suitable for sharing.
For storage, keep the brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, refrigerate for up to 4 days to extend freshness, or freeze for up to 3 months. These options help maintain the brownies' texture and flavor over time.
Ingredients
For the Brownies
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons butter ¼ stick, unsalted
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1½ cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 2 egg large
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract pure
- ⅔ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
For the Cream Cheese Swirl
- 8 ounces cream cheese room temperature (1 brick)
- 1 egg large
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract pure
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare an 8x8 square baking pan with a nonstick baking spray. The pan can also be lined with foil and sprayed for easier removal. Set aside.
- In a medium saucepan set over medium heat and stirring frequently, cook the sugar, butter, and water until it reaches a boiling point.
- Once boiling, remove from the heat and stir in the chocolate chips until they are melted. Stir in the eggs and vanilla. Mix in the flour, baking soda, and salt until everything is well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Set aside.
- To a large bowl, add the cream cheese, egg, vanilla, and sugar. Mix, with a hand mixer, until the batter is smooth and creamy.
- Using a spoon, drop dollops of the cream cheese mixture all over the top of the brownie batter.
- Using a toothpick, skewer, or knife, swirl around the top creating a pattern of swirls.
- Bake for 30 minutes, or until the center is set. Allow the bars to cool on the counter until you can move them into the fridge. Chill for 1-2 hours to allow the bars to set before cutting.
Notes
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate up to 4 days to preserve freshness.
- Freeze brownies for up to 3 months for long-term storage; thaw before serving.
- Swirling the cream cheese mixture creates an appealing marbled pattern and flavor contrast.
- Use room temperature cream cheese for a smooth, even swirl consistency.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16brownies
Amount Per Serving
Calories 227 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1brownie | |
| Calories | 227kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 23g | 8% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 50mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 148mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 132mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 16g | 32% |
| Vitamin A | 287IU | 6% |
| Calcium | 30mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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