Description
A delicious, make-ahead dessert that combines fudgy brownies with a creamy filling, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Brownie Base
- 1 box Brownie mix (Choose a fudgy or chewy variety.)
- 2 large Eggs
- 1/3 cup Oil (Use vegetable or canola oil.)
- 1/4 cup Water (Or follow box instructions.)
For the Cream Layer
- 8 ounces Cream cheese (Softened for easy mixing.)
- 1 box Instant pudding mix (Chocolate or vanilla.)
- 2 cups Cold milk (For thickening pudding.)
- 8 ounces Whipped topping (For a light, mousse-like texture.)
For the Topping
- 1/2 cup Chocolate syrup (Or your favorite hot fudge.)
- 1/4 cup Shaved chocolate (For garnish.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven and prepare the brownie mix according to the box instructions, baking in a 9×13 inch pan.
- Bake for a few minutes less than the recommended time for a fudgier base.
- Allow brownies to cool completely.
Making the Cream Layer
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the instant pudding mix with cold milk until thickened.
- Mix the pudding into the cream cheese, then fold in the whipped topping until fluffy.
Assembling the Cake
- Spread the cream layer evenly over the cooled brownie base.
- Drizzle with chocolate syrup or hot fudge, then chill in the refrigerator.
- Chill for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Notes
For best results, let the brownies cool completely before adding the cream layer. You can use a hot knife to slice for clean edges.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Party
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 4
