Ingredients:
For the Brownie Layer:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
For the Cream Cheese Layer:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Brownie Batter:
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Sift together cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Mixture:
- In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the Brownies:
- Pour about 2/3 of the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the brownie batter in the pan, spreading it evenly.
- Drop spoonfuls of the remaining brownie batter on top of the cream cheese layer. Use a knife or a skewer to gently swirl the brownie batter and cream cheese mixture together to create a marbled effect.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with only a few moist crumbs. Be careful not to overbake.
- Cool and Serve:
- Allow the brownies to cool in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into squares. Enjoy!
These cream cheese brownies are perfect for any occasion and are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth!
