Cream Cheese Stuffed Brownies (Print Version)

Fudgy brownies with a creamy cheese center for a rich, indulgent treat made effortlessly.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cream Cheese Filling

01 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Brownie Cookie Dough

04 - 1 box brownie mix (18-19 oz)
05 - 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 1/3 cup vegetable oil
08 - 2 tablespoons water
09 - 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, optional

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a small bowl, beat softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Refrigerate for 10 minutes until firm.
03 - In a large bowl, combine brownie mix and all-purpose flour. Add eggs, vegetable oil, and water; mix until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips if using.
04 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of brownie dough and flatten slightly in your hand.
05 - Place 1 teaspoon of cream cheese filling in the center of each dough disc. Fold dough around filling, pinching edges to seal completely, then roll into a ball.
06 - Space stuffed dough balls 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
07 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain slightly soft. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Quick and easy preparation with only 20 minutes of hands-on time.
  • Combines the fudgy texture of brownies with a creamy, dreamy cheesecake center.
  • Perfectly portioned—makes 18 delicious cookies.
  • Vegetarian-friendly and great for dessert lovers of all skill levels.
02 -
  • Line your baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
  • Be careful not to overmix the brownie dough to keep cookies soft and tender.
  • Space the dough balls at least 2 inches apart as they will spread slightly during baking.
  • Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to maintain their shape.
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