Here’s a decadent, rich recipe for Gooey Butter Brownies — a cross between brownies and a buttery gooey cake, perfect for chocolate lovers.
🍫 Gooey Butter Brownies
🛒 Ingredients
Brownie Base:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Gooey Butter Topping:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat Oven & Prep Pan
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line with parchment paper
2️⃣ Make the Brownie Base
- In a large bowl, mix melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar.
- Beat in eggs and vanilla.
- Sift in flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
- Mix until just combined.
- Spread evenly into prepared pan.
3️⃣ Make the Gooey Butter Topping
- Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar, eggs, and vanilla; mix until creamy.
- Spread gently over the brownie base.
4️⃣ Bake
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, until edges are set but center is still slightly soft.
- Let cool completely for cutting into squares.
🍫 Tips for Ultimate Gooeyness
- Don’t overbake — the center should jiggle slightly when you take it out.
- Refrigerate for 15–20 minutes before slicing for cleaner cuts.
- Optional: drizzle melted chocolate or sprinkle chocolate chips on top before baking.
If you want, I can also give you a one-bowl shortcut version that’s just as gooey but faster to make.
