Mint-Cream Cheese Brownies Recipe
Description:
Indulge in the delightful fusion of rich cocoa and creamy mint with these heavenly Mint-Cream Cheese Brownies. A perfect treat for any occasion, these brownies are sure to satisfy your sweet cravings and impress your loved ones.
Recipe Information:
- Category: Bar Cookie
- Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Kid Friendly, Christmas, < 60 Mins, Beginner Cook, Easy
- Aggregated Rating: 4 stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟
- Review Count: 2 reviews
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 165.7
- Fat Content: 5.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 1.1mg
- Sodium Content: 116.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 26.6g
- Fiber Content: 1.7g
- Sugar Content: 20.1g
- Protein Content: 4.9g
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Sugar | 1 cup |
| Flour | 2/3 cup |
| Baking powder | 1/3 cup |
| Vanilla extract | 1/2 tsp |
| Fat-free cream cheese | 4 oz |
| Sugar | 1/4 cup |
| Flour | 1/4 cup |
| Vanilla extract | 1 tsp |
| Egg whites | 4 |
| Cooking spray | As needed |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar, flour, baking powder, and vanilla extract. Stir well to ensure all ingredients are evenly mixed.
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Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a separate small bowl, combine the egg whites, sugar, flour, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
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Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Add the wet ingredients mixture to the dry ingredients mixture. Stir well until you have a smooth batter.
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Prepare Pan: Grease an 8-inch square baking pan with cooking spray.
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Spread Batter: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
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Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture: In another medium-sized bowl, combine the fat-free cream cheese, sugar, flour, and vanilla extract. Beat the mixture at low speed using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
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Layer Cream Cheese Mixture: Spoon the cream cheese mixture by tablespoonfuls over the cocoa batter in the pan, creating an even layer.
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Create Marbled Effect: Use a knife to gently swirl the cream cheese and cocoa mixtures together, creating a beautiful marbled effect.
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Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 22 minutes, or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
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Cool: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
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Cut Into Bars: Once cooled, cut the brownies into bars of your desired size using a sharp knife.
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Serve: Serve and enjoy these delectable Mint-Cream Cheese Brownies with a glass of milk or your favorite hot beverage.
Note: These brownies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Enjoy the irresistible combination of chocolatey goodness and refreshing mint in every bite! 🍫🌿
