Brownies with cream cheese frosting
These rich and fudgy brownies topped with a smooth cream cheese frosting are the perfect blend of sweet and tangy, making them an easy and delicious dessert everyone will love.
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Servings: 16 brownies
Equipment
- 8x8 pan
Ingredients
For the brownies
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup chocolate chips (optional)
For the cream cheese frosting
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tablespoon unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8 baking pan with cooking spray and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, mix the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, and mix until fully combined.
- Sift in the unsweetened cocoa powder, flour and salt. Stir until the batter is smooth and fully incorporated.
- Fold in the chocolate chips (optional).
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes. Check with a toothpick inserted into the center— it should come out with moist crumbs for fudgy brownies.
- Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before frosting.
For the cream cheese frosting
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter using an electric mixer or hand mixer until smooth and creamy.
- Add the vanilla extract and gradually mix in the powdered sugar until you get a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Once the brownies are cool, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top. Slice into squares and serve!
Notes
Storage:
Store the brownies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. For longer storage, you can freeze them for up to 3 months. Make sure to wrap each brownie in plastic wrap before freezing, and thaw in the fridge before serving. Avoid storing them at room temperature due to the cream cheese frosting.