Chocolate Cream Cheese Brownies

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8 inch baking pan.

2. 2

   In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in the cocoa powder until smooth.

3. 3

   Add the brown sugar to the cocoa mixture and mix well.

4. 4

   Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.

5. 5

   Stir in the salt and xanthan gum until the batter is smooth.

6. 6

   Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.

7. 7

   In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.

8. 8

   Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese over the brownie batter in the pan.

9. 9

   Pour the remaining brownie batter over the cream cheese layer and gently spread it to cover.

10. 10

    Use a knife to swirl the cream cheese into the brownie batter for a marbled effect.

11. 11

    Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.

12. 12

    Allow the brownies to cool in the pan before cutting into squares and serving.