Ingredients
Scale
- Box brownie mix (and ingredients called for on the box)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup chocolate sauce, divided
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare brownie mix according to package directions. Let cool completely and cut into 1-inch cubes.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gently fold in half of the whipped cream.
- Step 4: In a 9×13 inch dish, layer half of the brownie cubes, half of the cream cheese mixture, and drizzle with half of the chocolate sauce.
- Step 5: Repeat layers with remaining brownie cubes, cream cheese mixture, and chocolate sauce.
- Step 6: Top with remaining whipped cream, chopped nuts, and mini chocolate chips (if using). Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- For the richest flavor, let the assembled cake chill overnight – it gives the brownie and cream cheese layers a chance to meld beautifully.
- If you want a warm, gooey treat, microwave individual slices for about 15-20 seconds, but be careful not to melt the cream cheese!
- This cake is delicious on its own, but a scoop of vanilla ice cream really elevates the experience.
- Don't overmix the cream cheese mixture; gentle folding keeps the texture light and airy, preventing a dense cake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American