Double Chocolate Surprise Brownies
Indulge in the ultimate chocolate delight with these Double Chocolate Surprise Brownies—a decadent treat that combines rich, fudgy brownie layers with a creamy cheesecake swirl for an irresistible dessert experience. Packed with semi-sweet chocolate, cocoa powder, and melty chocolate chips, every bite bursts with double the chocolate goodness. But the real "surprise" lies in the silky cheesecake layer hidden inside, made with cream cheese, powdered sugar, and a touch of vanilla for a smooth, tangy contrast to the dense brownie base. Perfectly marbled and baked to gooey perfection, these brownies are easy to slice and share, making them ideal for parties, potlucks, or a special indulgence at home. Ready in under an hour, this show-stopping recipe guarantees to satisfy your chocolate cravings while wowing family and friends alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 200 grams Semi-sweet chocolate
- 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups Brown sugar
- 4 Large eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.25 cups Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.75 cups Chocolate chips
- 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 0.25 cups Powdered sugar
- 1 Egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for cheesecake layer)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter and semi-sweet chocolate over low heat, stirring constantly until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
Gradually pour in the melted chocolate mixture and mix until combined.
Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Stir in the chocolate chips to add bursts of chocolate in every bite.
For the cheesecake layer, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl until smooth and creamy.
Pour two-thirds of the brownie batter into the prepared pan and smooth it into an even layer.
Dollop the cheesecake mixture over the brownie batter in several spoonfuls, then top with the remaining brownie batter.
Using a butter knife, gently swirl the batter and cheesecake layer together to create a marbled effect.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the center is just set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Let the brownies cool completely in the pan, then lift them out using the parchment paper overhang. Slice into 16 squares and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5985 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 324.3 g | 416% | |
| Saturated Fat | 182.1 g | 910% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1428 mg | 476% | |
| Sodium | 2300 mg | 100% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 777.9 g | 283% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 48.9 g | 175% | |
| Total Sugars | 603.3 g | ||
| Protein | 87.8 g | 176% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.5 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 731 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 36.9 mg | 205% | |
| Potassium | 3387 mg | 72% | |
*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.
