Cocoa Cream Cheese Brownies

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9 inch baking pan.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, melt the butter and let it cool slightly.

4. 4

   Add the sugar and brown sugar to the melted butter and mix until well combined.

5. 5

   Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.

6. 6

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

7. 7

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

8. 8

   Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.

9. 9

   Drop spoonfuls of cream cheese over the batter and spread gently.

10. 10

    Pour the remaining brownie batter over the cream cheese layer and spread evenly.

11. 11

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

12. 12

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

13. 13

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