Cream Cheese Stuffed Brownies (Printable Version)

Fudgy brownie cookies with a luscious cream cheese center and optional chocolate chips for extra richness.

# What You Need:

→ Cream Cheese Filling

01 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 2 tbsp granulated sugar
03 - 1/2 tsp 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 tbsp 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, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Refrigerate for 10 minutes to firm up the mixture.
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 balls of brownie dough and flatten slightly in your hand.
05 - Place 1 tsp of cream cheese filling in the center of each dough disc. Fold dough around filling, pinching to seal and rolling into a ball.
06 - Arrange stuffed dough balls 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
07 - Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are set but centers are slightly soft.
08 - Cool cookies on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Rich, fudgy brownie texture combined with creamy, tangy filling for perfect flavor contrast.
  • Uses a boxed brownie mix for quick and easy preparation without sacrificing taste.
  • Soft cookies with gooey centers that impress every time.
  • Customizable with or without chocolate chips to suit your preference.
  • Vegetarian-friendly dessert option that’s crowd-pleasing.
02 -
  • Make sure to chill the cream cheese filling so it’s firm enough to handle but still soft enough to scoop easily.
  • Do not overmix the brownie dough; fold ingredients gently to keep a tender texture.
  • Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
  • Allow cookies to cool slightly on the baking sheet to set their shape before moving to a wire rack.
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