Three Layer Brownies
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with these decadent Three Layer Brownies, a show-stopping treat guaranteed to impress! This recipe features a rich and fudgy brownie base made with melted semi-sweet chocolate and a touch of cocoa powder, perfectly balanced by a luscious cream cheese layer that adds a smooth and tangy contrast. Topped with a velvety dark chocolate ganache, these triple-layered brownies deliver a symphony of flavors and textures in every bite. Easy to make yet irresistibly gourmet, they’re ideal for special occasions or as a crowd-pleasing indulgence. With a prep time of just 30 minutes and a beautiful layered presentation, these brownies are sure to become your go-to dessert. Perfect for chocolate lovers and cream cheese enthusiasts alike, these three-layer brownies are a sweet masterpiece you won’t want to miss!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 170 grams unsalted butter
- 200 grams semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 100 grams brown sugar
- 3 whole eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 125 grams all-purpose flour
- 30 grams cocoa powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 225 grams cream cheese
- 100 grams powdered sugar
- 50 milliliters whipping cream
- 150 grams dark chocolate
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F). Line a 9x9-inch baking dish with parchment paper, allowing the edges to overhang for easy removal.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and 150g of semi-sweet chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring between each. Allow the mixture to cool slightly.
Whisk the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract into the melted chocolate mixture until smooth and glossy.
Gently fold in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and smooth it out evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs. Let it cool completely in the pan.
For the cream cheese layer, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, remaining 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and whipping cream together until smooth and creamy. Spread this mixture evenly over the cooled brownie layer. Place in the refrigerator while preparing the ganache topping.
For the ganache, heat the remaining semi-sweet chocolate chips (50g) and dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals, stirring until fully melted and smooth. Let it cool slightly.
Pour the ganache over the cream cheese layer, spreading it out evenly. Refrigerate the brownies for at least 2 hours or until the ganache is set.
Once set, use the parchment overhang to lift the brownies from the pan. Cut into 16 squares and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6240 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 360.3 g | 462% | |
| Saturated Fat | 207.5 g | 1038% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1222 mg | 407% | |
| Sodium | 2206 mg | 96% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 748.4 g | 272% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.4 g | 137% | |
| Total Sugars | 586.4 g | ||
| Protein | 76.6 g | 153% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 574 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 35.9 mg | 199% | |
| Potassium | 2342 mg | 50% | |
*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.
