Cookies and Cream Brownies
Indulge in the ultimate dessert mashup with these decadent Cookies and Cream Brownies, a rich fusion of fudgy chocolate brownies and creamy cheesecake swirls, topped with crunchy chocolate sandwich cookies for a perfect balance of texture and flavor. This easy-to-follow recipe combines pantry staples like semi-sweet chocolate chips, cream cheese, and cocoa powder to create a show-stopping treat that's ideal for parties, potlucks, or a cozy night at home. With a prep time of just 20 minutes, these brownies come together effortlessly, baking to perfection with a marbled cream cheese topping and a delightful cookie crumble. Serve them as-is for a crowd-pleasing treat or pair with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a truly irresistible dessert experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 12 cookies chocolate sandwich cookies
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan and line it with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and semi-sweet chocolate chips together in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture into the bowl, whisking continuously to combine.
Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
Coarsely chop the chocolate sandwich cookies and gently fold half of them into the brownie batter. Set the remaining cookies aside for topping.
Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly.
In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy.
Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture on top of the brownie batter. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the cream cheese into the batter for a marbled effect.
Sprinkle the remaining chopped sandwich cookies over the top of the batter.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (do not overbake).
Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment overhang. Cut into squares and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
680 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.5 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.7 g | 99% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 126 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 305 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 89.3 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 62.6 g | ||
| Protein | 8.5 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 65 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 253 mg | 5% | |
*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.
