Description
Cream Cheese Brownies are a decadent dessert combining a rich, fudgy brownie base with a smooth cream cheese swirl. This easy recipe delivers a stunning marbled top and a satisfying mix of textures and flavors in every square.
Ingredients
For the Cream Cheese Swirl:
4 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup sour cream
2 tbsp granulated sugar
1 tbsp all-purpose flour
For the Brownie Batter:
⅔ cup all-purpose flour
½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
4 oz semi-sweet baking chocolate, chopped
8 tbsp unsalted butter
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat oven to 325°F. Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with an 8×12-inch piece of parchment paper, leaving an overhang. Spray lightly.
In a small bowl, whisk together cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, and flour until smooth. Set aside.
In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
Melt chocolate and butter in the microwave, stirring every 20 seconds until smooth. Let cool.
Whisk sugar, eggs, and vanilla in a bowl. Stir in cooled chocolate mixture.
Add dry ingredients to wet and mix until just combined.
Reserve ½ cup of the batter. Spread the rest into the pan.
Layer the cream cheese mixture on top. Drop reserved brownie batter in spoonfuls and swirl with a knife.
Bake for 45–50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the brownie portion comes out clean.
Cool in pan for 1 hour, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Ensure cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature for best texture.
Chocolate chips can replace chopped chocolate if needed.
Add espresso powder or lemon zest for flavor variations.
Chill before slicing for cleaner cuts.
Store in the fridge; let stand at room temp for 1 hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 378
- Sugar: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 4g