Description

Indulge in this exquisite Brownie Cake Recipe that combines the rich, fudgy goodness of brownies with a luscious cream cheese frosting. This dessert is perfect for any occasion, from birthday celebrations to cozy nights at home. Each slice offers a delightful contrast of textures, with dense brownie layers complemented by a smooth and creamy frosting. Impress your guests or treat yourself to a slice of this decadent chocolate delight that is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.

Ingredients

Scale

1 1/2 cups melted unsalted butter
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 1/2 cups light brown sugar
6 large eggs (room temperature)
1 tbsp vanilla extract
1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp fine sea salt
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
8 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
6 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream (room temperature)
2 tsp vanilla bean paste
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
In a mixing bowl, blend melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition; stir in vanilla extract.
In another bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, sea salt, and flour. Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for approximately 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool in pans for about 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
To prepare frosting, beat room-temperature butter until fluffy, add cream cheese until smooth, then gradually mix in powdered sugar. Pour in heavy cream and vanilla bean paste; mix until creamy.
Once cakes are completely cooled, stack layers with frosting between them and cover the entire cake with remaining frosting.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
Calories: 430
Sugar: 45g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 23g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 52g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: For an added twist, fold in chocolate chips or nuts into the brownie batter before baking. Experiment with different frostings like white chocolate or berry-flavored varieties for unique flavor profiles.