Vanilla Bean Cream Cheese Blondies
These rich, fudgy blondies feature swirls of tangy cream cheese filling and the aromatic flavor of real vanilla beans. The result is a decadent dessert bar with a perfect chewy texture and a beautiful marbled appearance.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter melted and cooled slightly
- 1 cup light brown sugar packed
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 8 oz cream cheese full-fat, softened
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 whole vanilla bean seeds scraped
Notes
Storage: Store blondies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. They can be served cold or at room temperature. For a firmer texture, chill before cutting. Make-Ahead: The blondie batter and cream cheese filling can be prepared separately and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before assembling and baking. Variations: Add 1/2 cup of white chocolate chips or chopped nuts to the blondie batter. For a lemon twist, add 1 tablespoon of lemon zest to the cream cheese filling. These are perfect with a glass of milk, as an afternoon treat or a party dessert.