Halloween Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies
Get ready to indulge in a delightful treat with these Halloween Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies! This festive dessert features a rich chocolate brownie base topped with a creamy orange cheesecake swirl, making it an irresistible choice for Halloween gatherings or cozy nights in. With just 15 minutes of prep time, these brownies are simple enough for anyone to whip up and perfect for adding a splash of seasonal fun to your dessert table. The combination of decadent chocolate and creamy sweetness is sure to make every bite a favorite, whether you’re hosting a spooky party or enjoying a quiet evening at home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup granulated white sugar
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup dark cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ÂĽ teaspoon baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- â…“ cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese
- ÂĽ cup granulated white sugar
- 1 large egg
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- orange food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8×8 baking dish by lining it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix the sugar, flour, cocoa powder, salt, baking powder, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla until just combined.
- In another bowl, blend the cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth; add orange food coloring as desired.
- Pour half the brownie batter into the dish; dollop the cream cheese mixture over it followed by spoonfuls of remaining brownie batter. Use a knife to create swirls.
- Bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg