Dessert

Ube Cream Cheese Brownie Recipe

ByElara Stone December 5, 2025December 5, 2025

Introduction

Ube Cream Cheese Brownies offer a delightful twist on traditional brownies with the unique flavor of ube combined with a creamy, tangy swirl. This colorful and rich dessert is perfect for those who want a sweet treat that’s both familiar and exotic.

The image shows two square pieces of cake on a white plate placed on a white marbled surface. Each cake has two layers: the bottom layer is a rich, dark purple, moist and slightly crumbly texture, while the top layer is a creamy light beige with swirls of the same dark purple from the bottom layer, creating a marbled effect. The cakes are stacked so one leans on the other, showing the contrasting layers clearly. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1¼ cup Flour
½ tsp Baking powder
½ tsp Salt
½ cup Butter, melted
1 cup Sugar (add an additional ½ cup sugar if you like it sweeter)
2 eggs
1 tbsp Ube extract
¼ cup Ube jam (Ube halaya)
Cream cheese swirl:
8 oz Cream cheese, softened
¼ cup Sugar
1 egg
1 tsp Vanilla extract

Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.
Step 2: In a separate bowl, mix the melted butter and sugar until combined. Add the eggs and mix well. Stir in the ube extract and ube jam until evenly distributed.
Step 3: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
Step 4: Reserve approximately ½ cup of the batter for creating the swirl. Pour the remaining batter into a greased 9 x 13 inch baking pan.
Step 5: For the cream cheese swirl, beat together the cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Step 6: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the batter in the pan. Drop spoonfuls of the reserved ube batter sporadically on top of the cream cheese.
Step 7: Use a chopstick or skewer to gently swirl the batter and cream cheese together, creating a marbled effect.
Step 8: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the brownies are set and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs.
Step 9: Allow brownies to cool before slicing and serving.

Tips & Variations

For a stronger ube flavor, increase the ube jam by an additional 2 tablespoons.
Use a rubber spatula to gently fold ingredients to avoid overmixing, which can make the brownies tough.
If you don’t have ube extract, you can substitute with purple yam powder or omit and add extra ube jam.
Try adding chopped nuts or white chocolate chips for added texture and flavor.

Storage

Store the brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, keep them in the refrigerator for up to a week. Reheat briefly in the microwave for a soft, warm treat or enjoy chilled.

How to Serve

Two square pieces of purple and cream swirled dessert sit stacked slightly on a white plate with a white marbled surface underneath. Each piece has one thick base layer of dark purple with a moist, spongy texture. On top is a cream-colored layer with a marbled pattern of purple streaks swirling through, creating a mix of smooth and textured areas. The cream layer looks smooth and slightly glossy, contrasting with the dense, soft purple base. The lighting highlights the rich colors and textures, making the dessert look fresh and inviting. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular cream cheese instead of softened?

It’s best to use softened cream cheese so it blends smoothly with the other ingredients for the swirl. Cold cream cheese can lead to lumps in the mixture.