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Delicious Brownie Box Mix Cookies with Cream Cheese Swirl Centers

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These chewy, fudgy brownie cookies with a tangy cream cheese swirl center are quick and easy to make, perfect for any occasion and sure to impress.

Ingredients

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  • 1 standard 18.3 oz (520 g) brownie box mix (e.g., Ghirardelli or Betty Crocker)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) vegetable oil (can substitute with melted coconut oil)
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) water
  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened (full-fat recommended)
  • 1/3 cup (65 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla extract
  • Optional: pinch of sea salt for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the brownie box mix, 2 large eggs, 1/4 cup vegetable oil, and 1/4 cup water. Stir until smooth but do not overmix; some lumps are okay.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with granulated sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes using a hand mixer. Add a splash of milk if too stiff.
  4. Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, place dollops of brownie batter about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet (about 18-20 dollops).
  5. Place a smaller spoonful (about 1 tsp) of the cream cheese mixture on top of each brownie batter dollop.
  6. Use a toothpick or tip of a knife to gently swirl the cream cheese into the brownie batter to create marbled patterns.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are set and slightly crisp but centers remain soft and gooey.
  8. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Do not overmix the brownie batter to keep cookies chewy. Use softened cream cheese for smooth swirling. Check cookies at 12 minutes to avoid overbaking. Chill cream cheese filling if too runny before swirling. Cookies are best served slightly warm.

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