Lemon Cream Cheese Brownies

These Lemon Cream Cheese Brownies are a zesty twist on the classic brownie, featuring a moist and tangy lemon-flavored base swirled with a luscious cream cheese layer. Perfect for lemon lovers, this dessert is a bright, refreshing treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

(Makes 9-12 brownies)

For the Lemon Brownie Base:

3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar

1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted

2 large eggs, room temperature

2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

1 tbsp lemon zest

1 tsp vanilla extract

3/4 cup (95g) all-purpose flour

1/2 tsp baking powder

Pinch of salt

For the Cream Cheese Layer:

225g cream cheese (8 oz), softened

1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar

1 large egg

1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Glaze (Optional):

1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar

1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

1/2 tsp lemon zest

Step-by-Step Instructions