Description
Deliciously rich chocolate brownies topped with a creamy, tangy frosting that elevates this classic treat to new heights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- Melt 1 cup of unsalted butter in a bowl. Mix in 2 cups of granulated sugar until well combined. Add 4 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon baking powder. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- While the brownies are baking, prepare the cream cheese frosting by beating 8 ounces of softened cream cheese and 1/2 cup of unsalted butter until smooth. Gradually add 2 cups of powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, mixing until creamy.
- Once the brownies have cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly on top. Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
For an ultra-fudgy texture, do not overbake the brownies. Consider adding nuts like walnuts or pecans for an added crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 100mg