Craving the irresistible combination of brownies and cheesecake? Look no further than these Mini-Batch Cream Cheese Frosted Brownies!

This recipe is my latest go-to when I need a quick and satisfying treat that won’t derail my healthy eating goals. It features a fudge-y brownie base topped with a creamy “cream cheese” frosting that’s made with just two simple ingredients: white chocolate chips (or peanut butter chips, like I used here) and Greek-style yogurt.

Yes, you read that right. Healthy and simple. Yet it tastes just like cream cheese frosting.

If you have the ingredients to make overnight oats, you can make these brownies. Just blend your oats into oat flour, and you’re good to go!

The Mini-Batch Advantage:

This recipe makes just four brownies, so you can enjoy a delicious treat without the temptation of leftovers. It’s perfect for a small household or a solo dessert adventure.

The Cream Cheese Magic:

The frosting is what really sets these brownies apart. It’s incredibly creamy and tangy, thanks to the Greek yogurt. And the white chocolate (or peanut butter) chips add a touch of sweetness and richness.

Next-Level Cheesecake Vibes:

Next time I make these, I’m going to add some simmered blueberries on top for an extra cheesecake-y vibe. (Thanks for the reminder!)

Let me know if you give these babies a try!

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Mini-batch “Cream Cheese” Frosted Brownies

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Decorating Time10

Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack

Keyword: brownie, brownies, cheesecake, chocolate, chocolate banana, chocolate chip, cream cheese, cream cheese frosting, easy recipes, gluten-free, healthy, healthy fats, low sugar, skinny, small-batch

Servings: squares

Calories: 123kcal

Ingredients

Brownie Batter

1/4 cup mashed ripe banana (60 g) sub applesauce or pumpkin puree
1 tbsp nut/seed butter (16 g) I used peanut butter to go with the peanut butter chips in my "cream cheese" frosting
1 tbsp water / (plant) milk (15 g)
2 tbsp sugar (24 g)
1/4 tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp flour (15 g) gf all purpose if desired
2 tbsp cocoa powder (12 g)
1/4 tsp baking powder
pinch of salt
1 tbsp (optional) chocolate chips (14 g)

Frosting

2 tbsp greek-style yogurt, ideally room temp (30 g)
2 tbsp white or dark chocolate chips (28 g) I used peanut butter chips for fun

Instructions

Make the brownie

Preheat oven to 350F and line a standard loaf pan with parchment.
Whisk together mashed banana, nut butter, water, sugar, vanilla until smooth and blended. Stir in cocoa and whisk until no clumps remain.
Add flour, baking powder, salt and fold until smooth. If the brownie batter is too dry and not spreadable add a tbsp water. If it's too wet and runny add a tbsp more flour.
Pour into pan and bake for 20-22 minutes. Let this cool while preparing the frosting.

Make the frosting

Gently warm chocolate chips in the microwave about 30 sec at a time, stirring until all melted and smooth. Stir in greek-style yogurt and stir quickly to emulsify. If some chocolate hardens back up, gently microwave another 5-10 sec and stir again.
Frost the cooled brownie base and (optional) add sprinkles. Let the frosted brownies set in the fridge at least 30 minutes.
Slice and enjoy!