Cookies and Cream Brownies

Start by preheating your oven to 375F.

For the Brownies:

In a small saucepan, melt 1/2 cup butter and 1 cup chocolate chips until they come together. Remove from heat and allow to cool for 5 minutes. While the melted chocolate is cooling, add 1 cup granulated sugar and 2 eggs to a large bowl and mix until light in color. Add your melted butter and chocolate mixture and stir before adding in 1/3 cup cocoa powder. Lastly, add in 1 tsp baking powder, 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, and 1/2 tsp salt. Mix until dry bits are just incorporated, then transfer to a lined 8x8 baking dish. Place in the oven and bake on 375F for 25-27 minutes.

Once your brownies have fully cooked, allow them to cool completely while you make your icing and chocolate ganache.

For the Icing (Cream Filling):

Combine 1/4 cup soft unsalted butter and 4 oz soft cream cheese in a stand mixer and beat for two minutes before adding in 1 cup powdered sugar and 1 tbsp milk. Beat for an additional two minutes.

For the Chocolate Ganache:

Add 1/4 cup unsalted butter and 1 tbsp milk (assumed, as milk is mentioned in the ganache instructions but not in the ingredients list, the recipe implies it might be the same milk as for the cream filling, or a small amount not listed specifically for ganache - will use milk from cream filling recipe) to a small saucepan on medium heat. Allow this to come to a simmer before pouring over 1/2 cup chocolate chips. Allow this to sit for 5 minutes before stirring. Allow this to set for 15 minutes.

Assembly:

Once your brownies have completely cooled, top them with your frosting, then your chocolate ganache. Enjoy!