Description
A luscious layered cake combining rich brownies and creamy filling, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package of brownie mix
- 1/3 cup of vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup of cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup of powdered sugar
- 2 cups of whipped cream
- Chocolate syrup for drizzling
- Chocolate shavings for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the brownie mix according to the package instructions, blending the mix with vegetable oil and eggs. Bake in a preheated oven and allow the brownies to cool completely before diving into the assembly.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until it radiates smoothness. Gradually add the powdered sugar to ensure that it mixes evenly without lumps; this step is crucial for a satisfying texture.
- Gently fold in the whipped cream until fully incorporated—take your time here! The lighter the fold, the fluffier your mixture will be.
- Cut the cooled brownies into square pieces and layer them in your prepared dish. Start with a layer that covers the bottom completely.
- Gently spread the cream cheese mixture over the brownie layer with a spatula. The creaminess should spread effortlessly, creating a smooth layer over the brownies.
- Repeat the layering process with the remaining brownies and cream cheese mixture until you’ve used all your ingredients. Aim for two to three layers for a stunning presentation.
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least four hours or, for better results, overnight. This step allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Before serving, drizzle generously with chocolate syrup and sprinkle with chocolate shavings if you’re feeling fancy.
Notes
Make-ahead tips: Prepare this dish a day in advance. Use chilled utensils when mixing to keep the cream cheese from becoming too warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg