Cream Cheese Chocolate Squares

Indulge in the perfect blend of rich chocolate and luscious creaminess with these irresistible Cream Cheese Chocolate Squares. Featuring a fudgy chocolate base and a silky cream cheese swirl, this dessert is a feast for both the eyes and the taste buds. The marbled design is created by combining two layers of batter, skillfully swirled for a stunning visual effect. Made with pantry staples like semi-sweet chocolate chips, cream cheese, and a touch of vanilla, these squares are surprisingly easy to prepare in just under an hour. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself, these decadent squares make for a show-stopping dessert that will impress every chocolate lover. Perfectly portioned into 16 servings, they’re ideal for sharing—or savoring all to yourself!

Nutriscore Rating: 38/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 113 grams unsalted butter
• 170 grams semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 200 grams granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 120 grams all-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 227 grams cream cheese
• 60 grams powdered sugar
• 1 egg yolk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for cream cheese layer)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease or line an 8x8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and semi-sweet chocolate chips together in short 20-second bursts, stirring in between until smooth. Let cool slightly.

Step 3

Whisk the granulated sugar into the melted chocolate mixture until combined.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Mix the flour and salt together in a separate small bowl, then fold them into the chocolate mixture until just incorporated. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Pour about two-thirds of the chocolate batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly.

Step 7

In another bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy.

Step 8

Add the egg yolk and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture, continuing to beat until well combined.

Step 9

Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chocolate layer in the pan.

Step 10

Dollop the remaining chocolate batter over the cream cheese layer, then use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the two layers together for a marbled effect.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with only a few moist crumbs.

Step 12

Let the squares cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing into 16 pieces. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1068.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4132.2

Total Fat 241.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 137.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 1222.0mg	0%
Sodium 2130.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 482.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.6g	0%
Total Sugars 359.8g
Protein 59.2g	0%

Vitamin D 138.2IU	0%
Calcium 368.4mg	0%
Iron 13.4mg	0%
Potassium 697.2mg	0%

*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: 50.0%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 44.5%