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Gooey Coconut Fudge Brownies

5 from 1 vote

Ingredients
  

Brownie Layer:

  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened natural cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 4 tablespoons butter melted
  • 2 eggs at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla

Coconut topping

  • 4 ounces cream cheese at room temperature
  • 4 tablespoons butter at room temperature
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup natural unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut

Instructions
 

  • Heat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 9x9 inch glass pan with foil, leaving a 2 inch overhang on either side. Spray the foil with cooking spray.
  • In a medium bowl combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar until evenly combined. Add the butter, egg and vanilla and mix until the mixture is combined. Spread batter into prepared pan and set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, cream together the cream cheese and butter until light and smooth. Add the egg and mix well, then add the cocoa powder and vanilla and mix until well blended. Add the powdered sugar gradually while beating until the mixture is smooth. Fold in the coconut.
  • Dollop the topping evenly over the base and spread evenly.
  • Bake the bars for 30-35 minutes or until the edges are just set and the center is a little wobbly. Cool completely in the pan before lifting out and cutting into squares. Brownies can be eaten once cooled, but they are best refrigerated and enjoyed cold.

Notes

Original recipe from Mel's Kitchen Cafe with slight modifications