Cream Cheese Brownies Swirls (Print)
Fudgy brownies meet creamy cheesecake swirls for a crowd-pleasing chocolate dessert treat.
# Ingredients:
→ Brownie Base
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225 grams unsalted butter
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400 grams granulated sugar
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4 large eggs
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10 millilitres vanilla extract
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100 grams unsweetened cocoa powder
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125 grams all-purpose flour
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3 grams salt
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170 grams semi-sweet chocolate chips
→ Cream Cheese Swirl
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225 grams cream cheese, softened
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50 grams granulated sugar
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1 large egg
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2.5 millilitres vanilla extract
# Steps:
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Preheat oven to 175°C. Line a 23 x 33 cm baking pan with parchment paper; spray with non-stick spray.
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Melt butter, then blend with granulated sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla extract. In a separate bowl, combine cocoa powder, flour, and salt. Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into wet mixture. Gently fold in chocolate chips.
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Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and mix until creamy. Add egg and vanilla extract; beat until entire mixture is lump-free.
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Pour two-thirds of brownie batter into the pan. Distribute spoonfuls of cream cheese mixture over the surface. Top with remaining brownie batter. Using a knife, marble the mixtures by swirling gently without overmixing.
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Bake for 35–40 minutes. Test by inserting a toothpick; centre should yield moist crumbs but not wet batter. Allow to cool completely before slicing.
# Additional Notes:
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Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother batter and swirl integration.