Cream Cheese-Filled Brownies Recipe

Name: Cream Cheese-Filled Brownies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 oz (125 g) light cream cheese, softened; 2 tbsp (25 mL) granulated sugar; 2 tbsp (25 mL) 2% milk; 1 tsp (5 mL) vanilla; 1 cup (250 mL) packed brown sugar; 1/3 cup (75 mL) light sour cream; 1/4 cup (50 mL) vegetable oil; 1 egg; 1 egg white; 3/4 cup (175 mL) all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup (125 mL) unsweetened cocoa powder; 1 tsp (5 mL) baking powder; 8-inch (2 L) square baking dish, sprayed with vegetable spray

Servings: persons

4 oz (125 g) light cream cheese, softened
2 tbsp (25 mL) granulated sugar
2 tbsp (25 mL) 2% milk
1 tsp (5 mL) vanilla
1 cup (250 mL) packed brown sugar
1/3 cup (75 mL) light sour cream
1/4 cup (50 mL) vegetable oil
1 egg
1 egg white
3/4 cup (175 mL) all-purpose flour
1/2 cup (125 mL) unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp (5 mL) baking powder
8-inch (2 L) square baking dish, sprayed with vegetable spray

1
Preheat oven to 350F (180C).
2
Filling: In a food processor or in a bowl with an electric mixer, beat together cream cheese, sugar, milk and vanilla until smooth.
3
Set aside.
4
Cake: In a large bowl, whisk together brown sugar, sour cream, oil, whole egg and egg white.
5
In a separate bowl, stir together flour, cocoa and baking powder.
6
Add liquid ingredients to dry, blending just until mixed.
7
Pour half the cake batter into prepared pan.
8
Spoon filling on top; spread with a wet knife.
9
Pour remaining batter into pan.
10
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until just barely loose at center.
11
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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 oz (125 g) light cream cheese, softened, 2 tbsp (25 mL) granulated sugar, 2 tbsp (25 mL) 2% milk, 1 tsp (5 mL) vanilla, and more.

Yes, Cream Cheese-Filled Brownies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cream Cheese-Filled Brownies

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Variations & substitutions

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