Butter Cream Cheese Brownies
Introduction
If you’re craving a decadent dessert that combines rich chocolate with creamy, tangy cheesecake, these Butter Cream Cheese Brownies are perfect for you! This recipe blends the best of both worlds, creating a delightful treat that’s sure to impress. Whether you’re making them for a special occasion or simply indulging in a sweet treat, these brownies are guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Brownie Batter:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted and hot
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon water
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- ⅔ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¾ cup plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ cup chocolate chips
Cream Cheese Mixture:
- 8 oz block cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg white
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Directions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with foil and grease it well.
- Prepare the Brownie Batter:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the hot melted butter and granulated sugar. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to cool slightly.
- Whisk in the eggs, water, and pure vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the unsweetened cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and kosher salt. Gradually add these dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until well combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Reserve one-third of the brownie batter and set it aside.
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Mixture:
- In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and all-purpose flour until smooth and creamy.
- Add the egg white and pure vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
- Assemble the Brownies:
- Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly.
- Drop alternating spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture and the reserved brownie batter over the base layer.
- Use a knife to gently swirl the cream cheese and brownie batters together, creating a marbled effect.
- Bake:
- Bake the brownies in the preheated oven for 32-37 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into squares.
Nutrition Information
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 37 minutes
- Total Time: 52 minutes
- Calories: 320 kcal per serving
- Servings: 12
Conclusion
These Butter Cream Cheese Brownies are a crowd-pleaser, combining the deep, rich flavor of chocolate with the smooth, creamy texture of cheesecake. Perfect for any occasion, they are sure to become a favorite in your baking repertoire. Enjoy them with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee for an extra special treat!
Feel free to share your thoughts and any modifications you make to the recipe in the comments below. Happy baking!
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Buter Cream Cheese Brownies
- Total Time: 52 minutes
- Yield: 12
Ingredients
Brownie batter:
▢ ½ cup unsalted butter, melted and hot
▢ 1 cup granulated sugar
▢ 2 large eggs
▢ 1 tablespoon water
▢ 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
▢ ⅔ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
▢ ¾ cup plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
▢ ½ teaspoon kosher salt
▢ ½ cup chocolate chips
Cream cheese mixture:
▢ 8 oz block cream cheese, softened
▢ ½ cup granulated sugar
▢ 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
▢ 1 large egg white
▢ ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F and line an 8×8 inch pan with foil, greased.
For brownie batter, mix hot melted butter and sugar, let sit for 5 minutes. Whisk in eggs, water, and vanilla. Combine cocoa, flour, and salt, mix into wet ingredients. Stir in chocolate chips, reserve one-third of the batter.
For cream cheese mixture, beat cream cheese, sugar, flour, egg white, and vanilla until smooth.
Alternate drops of cream cheese and brownie batter in the pan. Swirl lightly with a knife.
Bake for 32-37 minutes. Cool in the pan on a rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 37 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 320 Kcal