Brownies with Cream Cheese Frosting
Brownies with Cream Cheese Frosting are the ultimate indulgence, combining rich, fudgy chocolate brownies with a smooth and tangy cream cheese topping. Perfect for celebrations or cozy evenings, these decadent treats are easy to make and will leave everyone craving more. With their irresistible flavor and elegant appearance, they’re sure to wow your guests and elevate any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix melted butter, sugar, cocoa powder, eggs, and vanilla until smooth. Gradually add flour and mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs.
- While cooling, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth; add vanilla and mix well.
- Once brownies cool completely, frost them generously with the cream cheese frosting.
- Cut into squares and serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For extra indulgence, consider adding chocolate chips to the brownie batter or swirling in peanut butter before baking. Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to four days or refrigerate for up to one week.