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Ultimate Fudgy Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies

Close-up of two stacked, fudgy cream cheese brownies showing the rich dark chocolate base and white cream cheese swirl.
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Make rich, fudgy cream cheese swirl brownies that combine deep chocolate flavor with a creamy, tangy cheesecake layer. This recipe creates a decadent, marbled dessert that is simple to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar (for cream cheese layer)
  • 1 large egg (for cream cheese layer)
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (for cream cheese layer)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and 2 cups of sugar until combined.
  3. Beat in the 4 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Prepare the cream cheese layer: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, ¼ cup sugar, 1 egg, and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  6. Spread about two-thirds of the brownie batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  7. Dollop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture over the brownie batter.
  8. Spread the remaining brownie batter over the cream cheese layer.
  9. Use a knife or a skewer to gently swirl the cream cheese mixture into the brownie batter to create a marbled effect.
  10. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with moist crumbs attached, not wet batter.
  11. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before lifting them out using the parchment paper overhang.
  12. Cut into squares and serve.

Notes

  • For extra fudgy brownies, reduce the baking time by 2-3 minutes.
  • If you want a stronger cheesecake flavor, add 2 ounces of white chocolate chips to the cream cheese mixture.
  • Chill the cream cheese layer mixture for 10 minutes before swirling for sharper marble definition.

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