Mint Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies

Indulge in the perfect balance of rich chocolate and refreshing mint with these Mint Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies. This decadent dessert features a fudgy, cocoa-packed brownie base swirled with a velvety cream cheese layer infused with cool mint and a vibrant pop of green. Crafted with simple ingredients like semi-sweet chocolate, cream cheese, and a hint of mint extract, each bite delivers a luxurious blend of flavors and textures. The striking marbled effect, achieved with an easy swirling technique, makes these brownies as visually stunning as they are delicious. Perfect for holidays, parties, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, these brownies are easy to prepare in under an hour and guaranteed to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1.25 cups granulated sugar
• 4 pieces large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.25 cup cocoa powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 0.5 cup powdered sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons mint extract
• 2 drops green food coloring (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and semi-sweet chocolate chips together in 30-second increments, stirring after each until smooth. Let cool for a few minutes.

Step 3

Whisk in the granulated sugar into the melted chocolate and butter mixture.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the chocolate mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Pour about two-thirds of the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.

Step 7

In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, mint extract, and green food coloring (if using) until smooth and creamy.

Step 8

Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture over the brownie batter in the pan, then top with the remaining brownie batter.

Step 9

Using a knife or a skewer, gently swirl the cream cheese mixture and brownie batter together to create a marbled effect.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (not wet batter).

Step 11

Remove the brownies from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.

Step 12

Serve and enjoy the decadent combination of fudgy chocolate and refreshing mint!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1257.4 grams (1257.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4785

Total Fat 267.30g	343%
Saturated Fat 154.10g	771%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 1243mg	414%
Sodium 2221mg	97%
Total Carbohydrate 602.30g	219%
Dietary Fiber 27.70g	99%
Total Sugars 455.70g
Protein 72.70g	145%

Vitamin D 160IU	800%
Calcium 407mg	31%
Iron 19mg	107%
Potassium 979mg	21%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.1%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 47.2%