Description
Fudgy, rich brownies topped with a smooth and creamy chocolate cream cheese frosting. Perfect for any occasion, these decadent treats are easy to make and irresistible.
Ingredients
1 and ⅓ cup butter, room temperature
2 and ⅔ cup granulated sugar
4 large eggs, room temperature
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
1 cup cocoa powder, sifted
½ teaspoon saltFor the Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting:
¼ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract ½ cup cocoa powder, sifted 3 cups confectioners’ sugar, sifted
¼ cup heavy whipping creamInstructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9×13-inch baking pan with non-stick spray.
In a mixer, beat 
and until fluffy. Add and ; mix well.
and until fluffy. Add and ; mix well.Combine , , and ; gradually blend into the creamed mixture. Spread into the pan.
, , and ; gradually blend into the creamed mixture. Spread into the pan.Bake 27-30 mins. Cool before frosting.
For frosting, beat and until smooth. Mix in , , then . Add gradually. Spread over cooled brownies.
and until smooth. Mix in , , then . Add gradually. Spread over cooled brownies.Notes
– For extra flavor, add chocolate chips or nuts to the brownie batter.
– You can substitute mascarpone for cream cheese for a milder taste.
– These brownies can be made gluten-free by using a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
Keywords: Frosted chocolate brownies, brownies with cream cheese frosting, chocolate brownies with cream cheese, fudgy frosted brownies