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    Ultra Chewy Brownies with Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting

    May 20, 2013 by LaKita 2 Comments

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    This Ultra Chewy Brownie Recipe is topped with a creamy Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting that is easy and delicious. Give it a try.

    If you cannot get enough brownies, then be sure to try also making a single Microwave Mug Brownie or a small batch of Fudgy Brownies.

    finished brownies on plate

    I learned how to cook simply by hanging out in the kitchen as a child.

    It originally began with my maternal grandmother. I would stand on a milk crate in order to reach the countertop and help her make whatever goodies she would be whipping up for that day. She had these mini baking pans that I would use and she would give me about a cup of batter to 'play around' with.

    For me, this was our special time and I believe the beginning of my being able to find joy in the kitchen. This joy continued as I grew, and I would find myself still hanging out in the kitchen with my mom as she explained to me exactly how good food was made. I can still hear her telling me, "if you can read a recipe...then you can cook anything". Words that I took to heart and would make sure that our house was always stocked with an endless supply of cookies, rice krispie treats, and brownies.

    Especially Brownies.

    Brownies are so simple to make, yet can be chocolately, chewy, spicy, bittersweet, or just plain gooey. You can add nuts, morsels, spices, or just about anything to them. Every once in a while I love a good brownie with a sweet frosting and that is the recipe that I will share with you today.

    Let's get started!

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    Ingredients You'll Need

    ingredients needed to make brownies in separate bowls

    Brownie Ingredients

    • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
    • ⅓ cup cocoa powder
    • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ¾ cup granulated sugar
    • ¾ cup packed light-brown sugar
    • ½ cup butter, melted
    • 2 large eggs
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 3 Tablespoons milk

    Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting Ingredients

    • 5 ounces cream cheese, softened
    • 3 Tablespoons butter, softened
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 2 cups powdered sugar
    • 1 ½ Tablespoons cocoa powder

    See the recipe card below for exact ingredient quantities.

    Step By Step Instructions

    Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

    dry brownie ingredients in mixing bowl with whisk

    In a separate mixing bowl, using a wooden spoon, mix together granulated sugar, light-brown sugar, and melted butter until combined.

    Stir in eggs and vanilla extract and mix until blended. Add half of the flour mixture and mix just until combined. Add in milk and mix just until combined, then add the remaining flour mixture and mix just until completely combined (batter will be very thick).

    ingredients in mixing bowl with wooden spoon

    Pour batter into a greased 8x8-inch square baking dish and spread into an even layer.

    brownie batter in pan before baking

    Bake in preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes until the center is nearly set.

    Allow cooling completely then frost with Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting and cut into squares (the frosting is a must for this recipe).

    baked brownies beside bowl with frosting

    Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting - In a mixing bowl, using an electric hand mixer on medium speed, whip together the cream cheese and butter until smooth and fluffy, about 1 minute. Add in vanilla and powdered sugar, then sift in cocoa powder and mix until smooth and fluffy, about 1 minute.

    *If you want a stronger chocolate flavor, you can use ½ cup cocoa powder instead of the ⅓ cup listed. I just wanted a milder chocolate flavor for this brownie so I like ⅓ cup, but I have tested out both. If you do add ½ cup cocoa then reduce the flour measurement by 2 ½ Tbsp.

    finished brownies on plate

    Enjoy!

    Storage

    These chewy brownies from scratch can be stored in an airtight container or plastic storage bag in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. That is if they can last that long.

    Recipe

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    Ultra Chewy Brownie Recipe

    LaKita Anderson
    This Ultra Chewy Brownie Recipe is topped with a creamy Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting that is easy and delicious. Give it a try.
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 30 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 12
    Calories 392 kcal

    Equipment

    • 1 8x8-inch square baking pan

    Ingredients
      

    • Brownie Ingredients
    • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
    • ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
    • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ¾ cup granulated sugar
    • ¾ cup packed light brown sugar
    • ½ cup butter, melted
    • 2 large eggs
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 3 tablespoons milk
    • Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting Ingredients
    • 5 ounces cream cheese, softened
    • 3 tablespoons butter, softened
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 2 cups powdered sugar
    • 1 ½ tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
    • In a separate mixing bowl, using a wooden spoon, mix together granulated sugar, light-brown sugar, and melted butter until combined.
    • Stir in eggs and vanilla extract and mix until blended. Add half of the flour mixture and mix just until combined, add in milk and mix just until combined, then add the remaining flour mixture and mix just until completely combined (batter will be very thick).
    • Pour batter into a greased 8x8-inch square baking dish and spread into an even layer.
    • Bake in preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes until the center is nearly set. Allow time to cool completely then frost with Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting and cut into squares (the frosting is a must for this recipe).
    • Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting - In a mixing bowl, using an electric hand mixer on medium speed, whip together the cream cheese and butter until smooth and fluffy, about 1 minute. Add in vanilla and powdered sugar, then sift in cocoa powder and mix until smooth and fluffy, about 1 minute.
    • *If you want a stronger chocolate flavor, you can use ½ cup cocoa powder instead of the ⅓ cup listed. I just wanted a milder chocolate flavor for this brownie so I like ⅓ cup, but I have tested out both. If you do add ½ cup cocoa then reduce the flour measurement by 2 ½ Tbsp. Enjoy!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 392kcalCarbohydrates: 61gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 71mgSodium: 188mgPotassium: 126mgFiber: 2gSugar: 46gVitamin A: 534IUCalcium: 45mgIron: 1mg

    *All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods and portion sizes per household.

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    Original post date 05/20/2013. Updated 11/06/2022.

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    1. Kammie @ Sensual Appeal

      May 25, 2013 at 7:00 pm

      Chewy brownies. now that's something I LOVE 🙂

      Hopping over from SITS sharefest!
      Have a lovely weekend!

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      • admin

        May 28, 2013 at 1:25 am

        Thank you...Hope you enjoy your weekend as well. They were really good 🙂

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