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MARBLED CHOCOLATE BROWNIE WITH CREAM CHEESE SWIRL

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MARBLED CHOCOLATE BROWNIE WITH CREAM CHEESE SWIRL

MARBLED CHOCOLATE BROWNIE WITH CREAM CHEESE SWIRL

A classic rich chocolate brownie enhanced with a beautiful marbled pattern from a creamy, vanilla-infused cream cheese layer. The perfect balance of intense chocolate and tangy sweetness makes this dessert both visually stunning and delicious.

πŸ•’ Prep & Cook Time: 45 min

🍽️ Servings: 8-10

πŸ₯„ Ingredients

Brownie:

  • 300 g dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
  • 200 g butter, room temperature
  • 3 eggs, room temperature
  • 200 g sugar
  • 70 g all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • Pinch of salt

Cream Cheese Swirl:

  • 250 g Philadelphia cream cheese
  • 30 g sugar
  • Seeds from 1/2 vanilla pod (or 1 tsp vanilla extract)
  • 1 heaping tbsp flour
  • 1 egg

πŸ‘©β€πŸ³ Instructions

  1. Melt chocolate in a bain-marie: place a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water, add chocolate pieces, and stir occasionally until melted and smooth.
  2. Meanwhile, beat butter until creamy and fluffy. Separately, beat eggs with sugar until pale and fluffy.
  3. For the cream cheese swirl, mix all cream cheese ingredients until smooth.
  4. Combine melted chocolate with butter, mixing well.
  5. Stir in flour, baking powder, and salt until fully incorporated.
  6. Add egg and sugar mixture to chocolate batter and mix until smooth and homogeneous.
  7. Line a 26 cm round springform pan with parchment paper. Pour brownie batter evenly into the pan and smooth the surface.
  8. Spoon the cream cheese mixture evenly over the brownie batter.
  9. Use a fork to gently swirl the cream cheese into the brownie batter, creating a marbled effect.
  10. Bake at 180Β°C (350Β°F) for 30 minutes.
  11. Turn off the oven, open the door slightly, and let the brownie cool inside the oven.
  12. Run a knife around the edge to loosen from the pan, remove the springform sides, and chill before serving.

πŸ’‘ Tips

  • Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing.
  • Don’t overmix when swirling cream cheese to maintain distinct marble patterns.
  • Cooling in the oven prevents cracking on top.
  • Serve chilled or at room temperature.

πŸŽ‰ Perfect For

  • Elegant desserts for gatherings
  • Chocolate and cream cheese lovers
  • Special occasions or cozy treats

πŸ“ Final Thoughts

This marbled chocolate brownie with cream cheese swirl offers a stunning presentation and a rich, balanced flavor. A timeless dessert that delights both the eyes and the palate.