Zebra Brownies
Indulge in the decadent delight of Zebra Brownies, a visually stunning and incredibly rich dessert that marries the deep, fudgy flavors of dark chocolate with the creamy sweetness of white chocolate and cream cheese. These show-stopping brownies are swirled to perfection, creating a mesmerizing zebra-stripe pattern that’s as eye-catching as it is delicious. With a moist, gooey texture and contrasting layers of chocolate and cheesecake goodness, this recipe takes just 20 minutes to prepare and is baked to perfection in under half an hour. Perfect for parties, bake sales, or an indulgent treat at home, Zebra Brownies offer a crowd-pleasing dessert that’s guaranteed to impress. Ready to elevate your brownie game? These swirled beauties are waiting!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 150 grams unsalted butter
- 200 grams dark chocolate
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 100 grams all-purpose flour
- 30 grams unsweetened cocoa powder
- 100 grams white chocolate
- 150 grams cream cheese
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a 9x9 inch (23x23 cm) square baking tin with parchment paper.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the unsalted butter and dark chocolate together in 20-30 second intervals, stirring after each interval, until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar until pale and creamy. Mix in the vanilla extract.
Gently fold the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture until well combined.
Sift in the all-purpose flour and unsweetened cocoa powder, then fold gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
Pour approximately two-thirds of the brownie batter into the prepared baking tin and spread it evenly.
In a separate bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and melted white chocolate until smooth and creamy.
Spoon dollops of the cream cheese mixture over the brownie batter in the tin.
Spoon the remaining brownie batter between the cream cheese dollops. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the layers together, creating a zebra-stripe effect.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-28 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is slightly fudgy. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out with a few moist crumbs.
Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment paper. Slice into squares and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
401 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.0 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.4 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 89 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 69 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.6 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.0 g | ||
| Protein | 5.0 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 53 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 182 mg | 4% | |
*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.
