Description
These French Silk Brownie Bars combine a chewy brownie base with a fluffy, chocolate cream cheese mousse and whipped topping for an irresistible dessert.
Ingredients
Brownie Layer
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1 box brownie mix (unprepared)
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1 egg
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5½ tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
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¼ cup milk
French Silk Layer
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 cups powdered sugar
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4 oz semi-sweet chocolate
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¼ cup unsalted butter, cubed
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8 oz Cool Whip
Topping
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8 oz Cool Whip
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Optional: chocolate shavings or mini chocolate chips
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 11×7-inch pan.
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Mix brownie mix, egg, melted butter, and milk. Spread in pan and bake for 25–28 minutes. Cool completely.
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Beat cream cheese and vanilla until smooth. Add powdered sugar.
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Melt chocolate and butter in microwave in 30-second intervals until smooth. Cool slightly.
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Stir chocolate into cream cheese mixture. Fold in 8 oz Cool Whip.
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Spread over cooled brownie base. Top with remaining 8 oz Cool Whip. Add chocolate shavings if desired.
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Chill for at least 2 hours or overnight. Slice into 12 squares and serve cold.
Notes
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Chill fully before slicing for clean layers.
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Use parchment paper for easy removal.
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Can be made up to 2 days in advance.
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Freezes well for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 28 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking + No-Bake
- Cuisine: American