Description
Get ready to fall in love with the ultimate dessert mash-up: Cookies and Cream Brownies! These rich, fudgy brownies are swirled with a creamy cheesecake layer and loaded with chunks of chocolate sandwich cookies for a crave-worthy bite every time. Whether you’re baking for a party, preparing a quick dessert for the family, or just treating yourself, this easy recipe hits all the right notes. It’s a fantastic option for dessert ideas, easy recipes, or even as a fun bake-ahead for any occasion. A winning combination of cookies, brownies, and cheesecake goodness — all in one pan!
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
8 oz cream cheese (softened)
½ cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for cheesecake layer)
12 chocolate sandwich cookies (roughly crushed)
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
2. In a saucepan, melt the butter, then stir in sugar and cocoa powder until smooth.
3. Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in vanilla.
4. Fold in flour and salt until just combined. Set aside.
5. In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
6. Pour half the brownie batter into the pan and spread evenly.
7. Drop spoonfuls of the cheesecake mixture over the batter, then sprinkle with crushed cookies.
8. Top with the remaining brownie batter and gently swirl with a knife.
9. Bake for 30–35 minutes or until the center is set. Cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Let brownies cool fully before slicing to get clean layers.
For extra flair, top with halved cookies before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg