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Raspberry Cream Cheese Brownies

Raspberry Cream Cheese Brownies

The ultimate comfort dessert, Raspberry Cream Cheese Brownies combine rich chocolate with a creamy, tangy filling and a hint of fruitiness. Perfect for any occasion, these brownies are easy to make and will surely satisfy your sweet tooth. Try them tonight!
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 16 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 240

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese at room temperature
  • 1.5 cups Granulated Sugar divided
  • 1 large Egg Yolk
  • 2.25 teaspoons Vanilla Extract divided
  • cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 8 tablespoons Unsalted Butter cut into pieces
  • 4 ounces Unsweetened Chocolate chopped
  • 0.5 cup Raspberry Jam divided
  • 3 large Eggs

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Chef's Knife
  • Food Processor
  • Frying Pan
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line an 8-inch square baking pan with foil, allowing excess to hand over the pan edges. Grease foil; set aside.
  2. Process the cream cheese, ¼ cup granulated sugar, egg yolk, and ¾ teaspoon vanilla extract in a food processor until smooth; set aside.
  3. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a small bowl; set aside.
  4. Microwave the butter and chocolate in a large bowl, stirring occasionally, until smooth, about 1 minute. Whisk in ¼ cup of the raspberry jam and cool slightly.
  5. Add the remaining 1¼ cups sugar, the eggs, and remaining 1½ teaspoons vanilla to the chocolate mixture, stirring until combined.
  6. Add the flour mixture and stir until incorporated.
  7. Microwave the remaining ¼ cup raspberry jam until warm, about 30 seconds; stir until smooth.
  8. Scrape half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan. Dollop the cream cheese filling over the batter and spread into an even layer.
  9. Dollop the warm jam evenly over the filling and swirl to partially combine.
  10. Spread the remaining brownie batter evenly over the filling. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few crumbs attached, 50 to 60 minutes.
  11. Cool completely, about 2 hours. Using the foil overhang, lift the brownies from the pan and cut into squares.

Notes

  • Tip 1: Store any leftover brownies in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
  • Tip 2: You can freeze these brownies for up to three months.
  • Tip 3: Serve these brownies with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
  • Tip 4: Feel free to experiment with different jams or berries.
  • Tip 5: For a truly decadent experience, warm the brownies slightly before serving.