Cream Cheese Swirl Blondie Bars

Sara Coleman

These decadent blondie bars feature a rich, buttery brown sugar base swirled with a tangy cream cheese mixture for a perfect balance of sweet and creamy. With a soft, chewy texture and beautiful marbled appearance, they're an irresistible treat for any occasion.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 35

Total Time 55

Servings 12 bars

Calories 380 kcal

Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
2 cups packed light brown sugar
2 large eggs room temperature
1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour spooned and leveled
1 tsp baking powder
0.5 tsp salt
8 oz cream cheese, softened full-fat recommended
0.33 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg room temperature
1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Notes

Storage: Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months; thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Make-Ahead: The blondie batter and cream cheese mixture can be prepared separately and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before assembling and baking; let them come to room temperature for easier spreading. Variations: Fold 1 cup of chocolate chips or chopped nuts into the blondie batter. For a lemon twist, add 1 tablespoon of lemon zest to the cream cheese mixture. Serving: Serve chilled or at room temperature. They are delicious plain or with a dusting of powdered sugar.