German Chocolate Cream Cheese Brownies
Indulge in the ultimate dessert decadence with these German Chocolate Cream Cheese Brownies—a rich, multi-layered treat that combines fudgy chocolate brownie batter, a luscious cream cheese swirl, and a sweet, chewy German chocolate topping. This recipe delivers the perfect harmony of flavors and textures, featuring the crunch of pecans, the tropical sweetness of shredded coconut, and the creaminess of smooth condensed milk. With easy-to-follow steps and just 25 minutes of prep time, these brownies are ideal for elevating your next gathering or satisfying a serious chocolate craving. Serve them as a show-stopping dessert, and prepare for rave reviews! Keywords: German Chocolate Cream Cheese Brownies, fudgy brownies, decadent dessert, coconut pecan topping, homemade brownies recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 0.75 cup chopped pecans
- 0.5 cup sweetened condensed milk
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter and semi-sweet chocolate chips over low heat, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, 3 eggs, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Gradually whisk in the melted chocolate mixture until well combined.
Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until no streaks remain. Set aside.
In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar, the egg yolk, and the remaining 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread it out evenly. Dollop the cream cheese mixture on top and use a knife to gently swirl it into the brownie batter.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the center of the brownies is set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
While the brownies cool, prepare the German chocolate topping by combining the sweetened shredded coconut, chopped pecans, and sweetened condensed milk in a small bowl. Mix until well coated.
Once the brownies are completely cool, spread the coconut-pecan mixture evenly over the top.
Cut into squares and serve. Store leftover brownies in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5384 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 256.2 g | 328% | |
| Saturated Fat | 123.7 g | 618% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1231 mg | 410% | |
| Sodium | 2601 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 760.2 g | 276% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 50.1 g | 179% | |
| Total Sugars | 577.3 g | ||
| Protein | 100.9 g | 202% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.9 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 954 mg | 73% | |
| Iron | 27.3 mg | 152% | |
| Potassium | 2606 mg | 55% | |
*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.
