Description
Indulge in these decadent French Silk Brownies, combining rich cocoa and chocolate chips with a creamy, smooth cream cheese topping. Perfectly fudgy with a silky frosting, these brownies are a delightful treat for chocolate lovers and an elegant dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Brownie Batter
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 â…“ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Cream Cheese Topping
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the brownies.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, creating a smooth base for your brownies.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Then mix in the vanilla extract for flavor.
- Sift and Fold Dry Ingredients: Sift together the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder to remove lumps. Gently fold this dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined, taking care not to overmix.
- Incorporate Chocolate Chips: Stir the semi-sweet chocolate chips into the batter evenly to ensure bursts of melty chocolate in every bite.
- Transfer Batter and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
- Cool the Brownies: Allow the brownies to cool completely on a wire rack to set properly before adding the topping.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Topping: Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar while continuing to beat until the mixture is silky and spreadable.
- Frost the Brownies: Spread the cream cheese topping evenly over the cooled brownies for a luscious finish.
- Chill and Serve: Chill the brownies in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to firm up the topping before slicing and serving. Enjoy the rich, creamy chocolate delight!
Notes
- Ensure the brownies are completely cooled before frosting to prevent the topping from melting.
- Using parchment paper helps remove the brownies from the pan easily without sticking.
- You can substitute semi-sweet chocolate chips with dark or milk chocolate chips, depending on your preference.
- For even richer brownies, consider using high-quality cocoa powder and chocolate chips.
- Chilling the brownies makes cutting easier and helps the toppings set perfectly.
