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    Philadelphia Cream Cheese Brownies

    Published by: Adina June 22, 2020 ยท Last modified: September 21, 2024 8 Comments
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    These Philadelphia cream cheese brownies might just become your new favorite: soft, squishy, and filled with a rich cheesecake layer.

    three pieces of brownies with chocolate and cream cheese on a cutting board.

    These Philadelphia cream cheese brownies are amazing! Rich, tender, creamy... out of this world good!!! And they are made with just 7 ingredients.

    I have to tell you, these brownies are so good that your brain will take a break from reality, and the calories wonโ€™t even matter anymore. Youโ€™ll just keep reaching for another piece, savoring the rich chocolatey-cheesy goodness and enjoying that irresistibly moist, sticky, squishy texture.

    And if you love these, you will love the Brownies with Strawberries, the Sweet Potato Brownies, or The Ultimate Cherry Brownies (with Chocolate).

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    • Recipe ingredients
    • How to make Philadelphia brownies?
    • Good to know!
    • Serving and storage
    • More cream cheese bakes
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    • Philadelphia Cream Cheese Brownies

    Recipe ingredients

    labeled ingredients for making brownies with cream cheese, chocolate, sugar, flour, eggs, butter and vanilla.

    Cream cheese: Philadelphia or another brand.

    Semi-sweet chocolate with a 50-60% cocoa content. Try this Chocolate Almond Bundt Cake, too.

    Eggs: Two for the cream cheese mixture and three for the chocolate batter.

    Other ingredients: All-purpose flour, granulated sugar, unsalted butter, and vanilla extract.

    See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.

    How to make Philadelphia brownies?

    bowl of chopped chocolate and butter on top of a pot with water ready to be melted.

    Step #1: Place the chopped chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl, then set the bowl over a pan of simmering water.

    melted chocolate and butter in a heat proof bowl with a spoon in it.

    Step #2: Stir frequently until melted.

    Tip: Ensure the water doesnโ€™t touch the bottom of the bowl. Keep the water hot, but avoid boiling. If it starts to simmer, remove the pan from heat and continue stirring until the chocolate and butter are fully melted.

    creamy stirred cream cheese and sugar mixture for baking.

    Step #3: Beat the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.

    mixed eggs, cream cheese and sugar for making brownies in a bowl.

    Step #4: Add the eggs, one at a time, beating after each addition until the mixture is creamy. Set aside.

    chocolate batter for making brownies with cream cheese in a bowl.

    Step #5: In another bowl, whisk the sugar with the remaining 3 eggs until combined. Gradually whisk in the melted chocolate mixture. Sift the flour over the chocolate mixture and gently fold it in.

    chocolate batter for brownies in a large baking dish.

    Step #6: Pour about ยพ of the batter into a prepared pan, smoothing it out evenly.

    marbled batter for making brownies with chocolate and cream cheese.

    Step #7: Spoon the cream cheese mixture on top of the batter. Use a skewer to swirl the batter, creating a marbled effect.

    baked brownies with cream cheese in a baking dish made of glass.

    Step #8: Bake for 35โ€“40 minutes or until the center is just set.

    Good to know!

    Let the Philadelphia cream cheese brownies cool completely in the tin - this makes them much easier to remove and slice. For even more ease, line the pan with parchment paper, leaving the edges longer than the sides. Once the brownies are cool, you can lift them out using the overhanging paper.

    This is an updated recipe from a very long time ago. I baked these brownies countless times over the years; they are incredible! I found this recipe in an old issue of Good Food back when I lived in London. The magazine used to sit in the coffee room, and I'd quickly scribble down recipes whenever I could.

    Serving and storage

    Brownies are always amazing on their own, but if you want to push the excess further, try serving them with strawberries and whipped cream or with vanilla ice cream. Amazing!

    Refrigerate Philadelphia brownies in airtight containers for up to 5 days.
    You can also freeze the cream cheese brownies. Place the squares into airtight containers with pieces of parchment paper in between so they don't stick together. You can freeze them for up to 3 months.

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    Recipe

    three stapled philadelphia cream cheese brownies on a cutting board.

    Philadelphia Cream Cheese Brownies

    These Philadelphia cream cheese brownies might just become your new favorite: soft, squishy, and filled with a rich cheesecake layer.
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    Course: Cakes
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 40 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour hour
    Servings: 16 brownies
    Calories: 307kcal
    Author: Adina

    Equipment

    • Baking dish 8x12 inches/ 20x30 cm
    • Heatproof bowl
    • Pot to fit the heatproof bowl on top
    • 2 Large Bowls
    • Electric mixer
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    Ingredients 

    Chocolate batter:

    • 7 oz chocolate 200 g, Notes 1,2
    • ยพ cup + 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 7 oz/ 200 g
    • 1 cup + 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 225 g
    • 1 cup all-purpose flour 4.5 oz/ 125 g
    • 3 large eggs

    Cream cheese topping:

    • 1 ยพ cup Philadelphia cream cheese 14 oz/ 400 g, Note 3
    • โ…” cup granulated sugar 4.5 oz/ 125 g
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 2 large eggs

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 350ยฐF/ 180ยฐC. Grease and line the baking tin.
    • Melt chocolate and butter: Finely chop the chocolate and cut the butter into cubes. Place them in a heatproof bowl over a pan of water. Heat the water and melt the mixture, frequently stirring, until both fully melt. Be careful to ensure the water doesn't touch the bottom of the bowl. Keep the water hot, but avoid bringing it to a boil. If it starts to simmer, remove the pan from heat and continue stirring the chocolate and butter off the heat until smooth. Set aside while you prepare the rest.
      7 oz chocolate / 200 g + ยพ cup + 2 tablespoons unsalted butter / 200 g
    • Chocolate batter: In another bowl, whisk the sugar with 3 eggs until well combined. Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture, whisking thoroughly to blend everything. Sift the flour over the mixture and gently fold it until fully incorporated.
      1 cup + 2 tablespoons granulated sugar / 225 + 3 large eggs + chocolate mixture + 1 cup all-purpose flour / 125 g
    • Cream cheese mixture: In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth. Then, add the eggs one at a time, beating after each addition until the mixture becomes creamy. Set aside.
      1 ยพ cup Philadelphia cream cheese / 14 oz/ 400 g + โ…” cup granulated sugar / 125 g + 1 teaspoon vanilla extract + 2 large eggs
    • Assemble the brownies: Pour about ยพ of the chocolate batter into a prepared baking pan, smoothing it out evenly. Carefully pour or spoon the cream cheese mixture over the top.
    • Marble the batter: Using a skewer, swirl the chocolate batter and cream cheese together to create a marbled effect.
    • Bake the Philadelphia brownies for 35โ€“40 minutes or until the center is just set.

    Notes

    1. Measurements: Always use a digital kitchen scale in baking (the Amazon affiliate link opens in a new tab); it guarantees the best results.ย 
    2. Chocolate: Semi-sweet chocolate with a 50% - 60% cocoa percentage.
    3. Cream cheese: You can also use other brands of cream cheese.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1brownie | Calories: 307kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 112mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 30g
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    1. mjskitchen says

      June 23, 2020 at 1:24 am

      Oh YUM! Brownies stuffed with cream cheese - how can this not be an out of the world bite of goodness.

      Reply
    2. grace says

      August 02, 2016 at 4:59 pm

      your ratio of brownies to cream cheese looks ideal! great balance. ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
    3. Dawn @ Girl Heart Food says

      August 02, 2016 at 1:16 pm

      Brownie plus cheesecake? How awesome! Even though there may have been quite a long time from when you originally discovered the recipe to when you made it, it looks like it was certainly worth the wait ๐Ÿ™‚ Yum!

      Reply
    4. Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says

      August 01, 2016 at 6:06 pm

      Cheesecake PLUS Brownies?! Totally worth every calorie and the extra effort if you ask me! These look dangerously delicious, girlfriend! Cheers!

      Reply
    5. Sissi says

      July 30, 2016 at 10:32 pm

      Sounds like the best brownies I've ever seen. I love both chocolate and cheesecake, so I'm sure I'd like this cake too much for my waistline ๐Ÿ˜‰

      Reply
    6. Chris Scheuer says

      July 30, 2016 at 8:30 pm

      Yum, I want one now, they look amazing! Chocolate and cream cheese is a match made in heaven!

      Reply
    7. Angie@Angie's Recipes says

      July 30, 2016 at 3:51 pm

      Two most divine desserts in one...heavenly!

      Reply
    8. Kathy @ Beyond the Chicken Coop says

      July 30, 2016 at 3:03 pm

      Yum! They do look delicious. I love all these sweet treats, but I do need to switch over to some healthier foods. I've gone a bit overboard lately. ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
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