I know that it’s hard to believe that anything can be better than standard chocolate brownies, but there is something so fun and decadent about cream cheese brownies. I have cherry cheesecake brownies, mint cream cheese brownies, and pumpkin cheesecake brownies, but these classic cream cheese brownies might just take the cake…or the brownie, rather. 😉 They’re made up of a simple brownie batter that’s swirled with a four-ingredient cheesecake. The result is a rich, moist, fudgy, and creamy dessert you’ll be sneaking a bite of every time you walk by the fridge.
Ingredients needed for cream cheese brownies:
Unsalted Butter: melted before being incorporated into the brownie batter for a fudgier texture. You can also use salted butter and omit the salt. Granulated Sugar: gives the brownie layer just the right amount of sweetness. Vanilla: adds flavor depth. Eggs: the binder that helps the brownies hold their shape. All-Purpose Flour: gives the brownies their structure. You can substitute this with whole wheat flour and I promise no one will notice! Cocoa: the MVP of chocolate brownies! Use good quality cocoa powder for the best flavor. Salt: cuts the sweetness and enhances flavor. Cheesecake Batter: we’re making a super simple cheesecake batter to swirl into the brownies. It’s made of cream cheese, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla.
How to make cream cheese brownies
These delicious cheesecake brownies take just 15 minutes to prep!
Tips and tricks
Use full-fat cream cheese. For the best results use full-fat bricks of cream cheese. It’s richer and creamier! Grease the pan. I always line the pan with parchment paper and then grease the paper with non-stick cooking spray. If you want to skip the parchment paper you can, greasing the pan is a must for removing the brownies Don’t over-bake. The key to fudgy brownies is to take them out while the center is still slightly jiggly. If you do prefer less fudgy brownies, bake them until the center is completely set. Cool the brownies. If the brownies are cooled to room temperature or refrigerated, they’re easier to slice.
Serving suggestions
You can serve these brownies as-is or you can top them off with whipped cream, strawberry sauce, chocolate sauce, or caramel sauce! You can even sprinkle on a few chocolate chips or chopped nuts before baking.
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