Butterscotch Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies
Indulge in the decadent fusion of rich butterscotch and velvety cream cheese with these Butterscotch Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies. Combining the warm caramel-like sweetness of butterscotch with a luscious cream cheese swirl, these brownies are a treat for every dessert lover. The marbled design not only makes them visually stunning but ensures every bite delivers a perfect balance of flavors and textures—soft, fudgy, and slightly tangy. With a quick prep time of just 20 minutes and simple steps like swirling the cream cheese layer into the butterscotch batter, this recipe is as easy as it is impressive. Perfect for potlucks, celebrations, or as an elevated weeknight treat, these brownies will quickly become a go-to favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 170 grams Unsalted butter
- 200 grams Butterscotch chips
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 100 grams Light brown sugar
- 3 large Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 125 grams All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 225 grams Cream cheese
- 50 grams Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for cream cheese swirl)
- 1 large Egg yolk
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line a 9-inch (23cm) square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the unsalted butter and butterscotch chips together in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth. Allow to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and the melted butterscotch mixture until well combined.
Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the butterscotch mixture and whisk until smooth.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold this dry mixture into the wet ingredients until no streaks remain. Do not overmix.
In another mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and egg yolk with a hand or stand mixer until smooth and creamy.
Pour the butterscotch batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it into an even layer. Drop dollops of the cream cheese mixture on top of the batter.
Use a knife or skewer to swirl the cream cheese mixture into the brownie batter, creating a marbled pattern.
Bake for 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with only a few moist crumbs. Avoid overbaking.
Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment paper overhang. Slice into 12 squares and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4867 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 283.1 g | 363% | |
| Saturated Fat | 170.3 g | 852% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1346 mg | 449% | |
| Sodium | 3010 mg | 131% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 546.4 g | 199% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 417.0 g | ||
| Protein | 56.2 g | 112% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.5 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 575 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 10.8 mg | 60% | |
| Potassium | 971 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
