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Cream Cheese Brownies

Cream Cheese Brownies That Beat Fast Food Every Time

Indulge in these Cream Cheese Brownies that combine rich chocolate and creamy cheese for a guilt-free dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 16 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownie Base
  • 2 large Eggs Use room temperature eggs for best results.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Softened; may substitute with margarine.
  • 3/4 cup Sugar Can use monk fruit sweetener for lower calorie.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla extract for best taste.
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be substituted.
  • 1/3 cup Baking Cocoa Use unsweetened cocoa.
For the Cream Cheese Swirl
  • 8 ounces Reduced-Fat Cream Cheese Can use full-fat for richer flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Sugar Adjust based on desired sweetness.
  • 1 large Egg White Helps blend cream cheese smoothly.

Equipment

  • 9-inch square baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • spatula
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch square baking pan by greasing or lining it.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine softened butter and 3/4 cup of sugar, mixing until crumbly and well-combined, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add one whole egg, one egg white, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture, mixing until smooth, about 1-2 minutes.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup of flour and 1/3 cup of cocoa powder, then gradually add to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  5. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  6. In a separate bowl, beat 8 ounces of cream cheese with 1/4 cup of sugar and the second egg white until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
  7. Dollop the cream cheese mixture over the brownie batter and swirl gently to create a marbled effect.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until edges pull away from the pan and center is set but not firm.
  9. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before lifting out and slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Ensure eggs and cream cheese are at room temperature for a smoother batter. Avoid overmixing to maintain texture.

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