Decadent Butterscotch Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies
Indulge in these rich and fudgy Decadent Butterscotch Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies, where the magic of butterscotch chips meets creamy tangy cheesecake. This recipe combines a buttery, soft brownie base with a luscious cream cheese swirl that creates an irresistible dessert. Perfect for sharing at parties, potlucks, or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth, these brownies are sure to impress family and friends with every gooey, flavorful bite.
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Servings
160
Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
Cream Cheese
8 ounces (softened)
Granulated Sugar
1/4 cup (none)
Large Egg
1 (room temperature)
All-Purpose Flour
2 tablespoons (none)
All-Purpose Flour
2 cups (sifted)
Baking Powder
2 teaspoons (none)
Salt
1/2 teaspoon (none)
Butterscotch Chips
2 cups (none)
Butter
1/2 cup (none)
Light Brown Sugar
2 cups (packed)
Large Eggs
4 (room temperature)
Vanilla Extract
1 teaspoon (none)
Walnuts
1 cup (coarsely chopped)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 12x18 inch jelly roll pan, ensuring an easy release after baking.
2
In a medium bowl, prepare the Cream Cheese Filling. Beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar together until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Incorporate the egg and mix well. Finally, add the flour and beat until just blended. Set this mixture aside.
3
For the brownie base, melt the butterscotch chips and butter together in a medium saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally until the mixture is completely smooth. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the packed brown sugar until fully incorporated. Allow this mixture to cool for about 5 minutes.
4
Once cooled, beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully combined before adding the next. Mix in the vanilla extract.
5
In a separate bowl, sift together 2 cups of flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butterscotch mixture, mixing until just combined. Fold in the coarsely chopped walnuts.
6
Pour the brownie batter into the prepared jelly roll pan, spreading it evenly. Then, drop dollops of the cream cheese mixture over the brownie batter. Using a small knife or a toothpick, swirl the cream cheese into the brownie batter to create a decorative marbled pattern.
7
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a cake tester inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs attached. Be careful not to overbake, as the brownies should remain soft and fudgy.
8
Once baked, allow the brownies to cool to room temperature, or refrigerate overnight for the best results before cutting them into squares. Enjoy your delicious creation!
Nutrition Information
9g
Fat
20g
Carbs
2g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Butterscotch Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies?
They are rich and fudgy brownies that combine a buttery butterscotch base with a tangy cream cheese swirl.
What temperature should I preheat the oven to?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
What size pan is needed for this recipe?
You should use a 12x18 inch jelly roll pan.
How do I prepare the baking pan?
Grease and flour the pan to ensure the brownies release easily after baking.
How do I make the cream cheese filling?
Beat 8 ounces of softened cream cheese with 1/4 cup granulated sugar, then mix in one egg and 2 tablespoons of flour.
How are the butterscotch chips melted?
Melt 2 cups of butterscotch chips with 1/2 cup of butter in a saucepan over low heat until smooth.
When do I add the brown sugar to the brownie base?
Stir in 2 cups of packed light brown sugar immediately after removing the melted butterscotch mixture from the heat.
How long should the butterscotch mixture cool before adding eggs?
Allow the mixture to cool for about 5 minutes before beating in the eggs.
How should the eggs be added to the brownie batter?
Beat in 4 large eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully combined before adding the next.
Which dry ingredients are sifted together for the base?
Sift together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
What type of nuts are used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of coarsely chopped walnuts.
How is the marble pattern created?
Drop dollops of the cream cheese mixture onto the brownie batter and use a knife or toothpick to swirl them together.
How long should these brownies bake?
Bake the brownies for 25 to 30 minutes.
How do I test if the brownies are done?
Insert a cake tester into the center; it should come out with moist crumbs attached.
Why is it important not to overbake the brownies?
Overbaking should be avoided to ensure the brownies remain soft and fudgy rather than dry.
What is the best way to cool the brownies?
Allow them to cool to room temperature or refrigerate them overnight for the best cutting results.
How much cream cheese is required?
The recipe requires 8 ounces of softened cream cheese.
How much butterscotch is used in the recipe?
The recipe uses 2 cups of butterscotch chips.
What kind of sugar goes into the brownie base?
2 cups of packed light brown sugar are used in the brownie base.
How much vanilla extract should I use?
Use 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract in the brownie batter.
What is the total egg count for this recipe?
You will need 5 large eggs in total: one for the filling and four for the base.
How many calories are in one serving?
Each serving contains approximately 160 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 9 grams of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
Each serving has 20 grams of carbohydrates.
How much protein is in each brownie?
There are 2 grams of protein per serving.
Can these be served at parties?
Yes, they are described as perfect for sharing at parties, potlucks, or as a sweet treat.
What is the texture of the brownie base?
The base is described as buttery, soft, and fudgy.
Is baking powder used in this recipe?
Yes, 2 teaspoons of baking powder are included in the dry ingredients.
Do I need to sift the flour?
The recipe recommends sifting the 2 cups of flour used for the brownie base.
Are the eggs used at room temperature?
Yes, the ingredients list specifies using room temperature eggs for best results.