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Brownie Cake Recipe

Brownie Cake Recipe

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Indulge in the ultimate comfort dessert with this decadent Brownie Cake Recipe! This delightful treat features rich, fudgy brownie layers that are beautifully complemented by a fluffy chocolate and vanilla cream cheese frosting. Perfect for any occasion—from busy weeknights to family gatherings—this cake is sure to impress without taking up your entire day in the kitchen. Its combination of chocolatey goodness and creamy texture creates an experience that feels like a warm hug with every bite. Whether you’re a beginner baker or a seasoned pro, you’ll find joy in creating and sharing this crowd-pleasing dessert!

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups melted unsalted butter
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ cups light brown sugar
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp fine sea salt
  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • For the frosting: room-temperature unsalted butter, cream cheese, powdered sugar, heavy whipping cream, vanilla bean paste, cocoa powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, mix melted butter with both sugars until combined. Add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
  3. Sift together cocoa powder, salt, and flour before gently folding into wet ingredients.
  4. Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for about 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs. Cool completely.
  5. For the frosting, beat room-temperature butter and cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and mix in heavy cream, vanilla bean paste, and cocoa powder.
  6. Frost cooled brownie layers generously and assemble as desired.

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