Creamy Filled Brownies
Indulge in the decadent delight of Creamy Filled Brownies—a heavenly combination of rich, fudgy brownie layers and a luscious, tangy cream cheese filling. Perfectly balanced between sweet and creamy, these brownies feature a smooth blend of melted semisweet chocolate and cocoa powder paired with a velvety cream cheese center sweetened with powdered sugar and a touch of vanilla. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this easy yet show-stopping dessert is baked to perfection in under 35 minutes. Serve these irresistible brownies chilled for an extra-fudgy texture that’s sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. Whether you're preparing a treat for a bake sale, family gathering, or weeknight indulgence, these Creamy Filled Brownies are guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 4 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for filling)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease it generously.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter and chocolate chips over low heat, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until creamy and pale. Gradually whisk in the melted chocolate mixture.
Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt in a separate bowl, then fold it gently into the wet mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract (for filling) until smooth and creamy.
Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Carefully dollop the cream cheese mixture on top and spread it gently to create an even layer.
Top with the remaining brownie batter, spreading gently so it covers the filling completely.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is set and a toothpick inserted into the brownie (not the filling) comes out with only a few moist crumbs.
Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares. For best results, chill in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5016 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 267.9 g | 343% | |
| Saturated Fat | 155.0 g | 775% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1243 mg | 414% | |
| Sodium | 1631 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 648.2 g | 236% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.7 g | 145% | |
| Total Sugars | 498.4 g | ||
| Protein | 80.8 g | 162% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 612 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 27.5 mg | 153% | |
| Potassium | 2379 mg | 51% | |
*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.
