Blackberry Cream Cheese Brownies
Indulge in these rich chocolate brownies swirled with creamy cheese and topped with fresh blackberries for a delightful dessert.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cream Cheese Mixture
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
Toppings
- 1 cup fresh blackberries Use fresh for best flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8 baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- In a larger bowl, combine the melted butter and granulated sugar. Mix until well blended. Add the eggs and vanilla, then stir until smooth.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
- In a separate bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar. Beat until smooth and dollop over the brownie layer.
- Use a knife or skewer to swirl the cream cheese mixture into the brownie batter.
- Sprinkle fresh blackberries over the cream cheese layer and spoon the remaining brownie batter on top.
- Swirl the remaining batter slightly with a knife.
Baking
- Bake in the oven for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Cut into squares and enjoy!
Notes
For best results, use fresh blackberries. Experiment with flavors by adding cinnamon or almond extract. Avoid overmixing the batter for fudgy brownies.