Cream Cheese Stuffed Brownies (Printable)

Fudgy brownie cookies with a luscious cream cheese center, perfect for a quick decadent treat.

# Components:

→ Cream Cheese Filling

01 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 1/2 teaspoon 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 tablespoons water
09 - 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, optional

# Method:

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.
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 portions of brownie dough and flatten slightly in your hand.
05 - Place 1 teaspoon 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 to 12 minutes, until edges are set but centers remain slightly soft. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to make using boxed brownie mix—no need to measure out cocoa powder and multiple dry ingredients
  • Perfect balance of rich chocolate and tangy cream cheese in every bite
  • Soft, fudgy texture with a surprise creamy center that stays gooey even after cooling
  • Ready in just 32 minutes from start to finish
  • Impressive enough for special occasions yet simple enough for a weeknight treat
  • Customizable with your favorite mix-ins like chocolate chips, nuts, or white chocolate
02 -
  • Use room-temperature eggs for easier mixing and better incorporation into the dough
  • Measure the cream cheese filling precisely—too much will leak out during baking, too little won't give you that signature creamy center
  • Space cookies at least 2 inches apart to allow for spreading without merging together
  • For uniform cookies, use a cookie scoop to portion the dough evenly
  • Don't skip the cooling time on the baking sheet—this helps the cookies set properly and prevents them from breaking apart
  • If the dough feels too sticky, refrigerate it for 15 minutes before shaping
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