Brownie with chocolate and cream cheese

8 servings

90 minutes

Brownies with chocolate and cream cheese are an exquisite combination of rich chocolate flavor and the tenderness of cream cheese. This dessert originated in America and became a favorite among sweet lovers due to its velvety texture and harmony of flavors. The dense, rich chocolate layer combines with an airy cheese layer, creating a contrast in taste and consistency. Brownies are perfect for cozy evenings with a cup of coffee or as an impressive dessert for festive tables. They can be served with jam or preserves, adding a fruity note that highlights the creamy structure. This dessert is easy to prepare but impresses with its taste and appearance, making it a beloved treat at home and in cafes worldwide.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 421.4
• Proteins: 7.2g
• Fats: 25.2g
• Carbohydrates: 41.3g

Ingredients

• Wheat flour: 105 g
• Cocoa powder: 8 g
• Sugar: 180 g
• Sea salt: pinch
• Butter: 110 g
• Dark chocolate: 80 g
• Chicken egg: 3 pc
• Vanilla sugar: 20 g
• Cream cheese: 300 g
• Jam: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Prepare all the ingredients. Take the cream cheese and butter out of the fridge in advance to let them warm to room temperature.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 110 g
   • Cream cheese: 300 g

2. Put cream cheese, one egg, 60 grams of sugar, half of the vanilla sugar, and 20 grams of flour into the mixer bowl.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cream cheese: 300 g
   • Chicken egg: 3 pieces
   • Sugar: 180 g
   • Vanilla sugar: 20 g
   • Wheat flour: 105 g

3. Whip the cream with a paddle attachment and refrigerate.

4. In a bowl, combine sifted flour and cocoa, 120 grams of sugar, and salt, and mix.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 105 g
   • Cocoa powder: 8 g
   • Sugar: 180 g
   • Sea salt:  pinch

5. In a large bowl, place the butter and chocolate and melt in the microwave. Turn on the microwave for thirty seconds, stir the mixture, then send it back for another 30 seconds. The mixture should become smooth and liquid, which will take about 2 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 110 g
   • Dark chocolate: 80 g

6. Add the remaining vanilla sugar to the chocolate mixture, mix in the eggs, and knead the dough well.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vanilla sugar: 20 g
   • Chicken egg: 3 pieces

7. Then add the dry ingredients and mix well.

8. Spread a layer of chocolate dough on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

9. Spread a layer of whipped cream cheese on top. Bake in a preheated oven at 180 degrees for about 40 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.

10. Let the brownies cool completely on a rack.

11. Cut the brownies into squares and serve with your favorite jam or jelly.

    Required ingredients:

    • Jam:  to taste