Here’s a rich and tangy recipe for Lemon Cream Cheese Brownies—a perfect balance of chocolate and citrusy cream cheese. 🍋🍫
🍫🍋 Lemon Cream Cheese Brownies
Ingredients
For the Brownie Layer
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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
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1 cup sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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1/4 tsp salt
For the Lemon Cream Cheese Layer
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1/4 cup sugar
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1 large egg
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2 tsp lemon zest
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1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
1. Preheat Oven & Prepare Pan
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line with parchment paper.
2. Make the Brownie Layer
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In a bowl, mix melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
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Stir in cocoa powder, flour, and salt until just combined.
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Spread brownie batter evenly in the prepared pan.
3. Make the Lemon Cream Cheese Layer
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In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
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Add egg, lemon zest, and lemon juice, and mix until creamy.
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Gently spoon or dollop cream cheese mixture over brownie layer.
4. Swirl & Bake
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Use a knife or skewer to lightly swirl the cream cheese into the brownie batter for a marbled effect.
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Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly soft.
5. Cool & Serve
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Let cool completely in the pan, then refrigerate 30 minutes for easier slicing.
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Cut into squares and serve.
Tips & Variations
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Extra tangy: Add 1–2 tsp lemon juice to the brownie layer for a subtle citrus note.
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Texture: Sprinkle chopped white chocolate or lemon zest on top before baking.
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Storage: Keep refrigerated for up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage.
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Presentation: Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with lemon glaze for a fancy finish.
If you want, I can also give a one-bowl, super quick lemon cream cheese brownie recipe that takes less than 30 minutes total.
Do you want me to give that version?
