Halloween Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies
Halloween Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies are a deliciously spooky treat that delights with every bite. These rich dark chocolate brownies are beautifully topped with a creamy orange cheesecake swirl, making them not only a visual showstopper but also a flavor sensation. Perfect for Halloween parties, birthdays, or any festive gathering, these brownies are easy to make and can be customized to fit any theme. With their impressive presentation and delightful taste, they’re sure to impress your friends and family.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 16 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup granulated white sugar
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese (at room temp)
- ¼ cup granulated white sugar (for the cream cheese mixture)
- 1 large egg (for the cream cheese mixture)
- orange food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line an 8 x 8 baking dish with parchment paper and lightly spray with non-stick spray.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Add eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla; mix until smooth.
- In another bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Mix in sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and orange food coloring until creamy.
- Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared dish. Spoon dollops of cream cheese mixture on top and pour in remaining brownie batter. Swirl gently with a knife.
- Bake for approximately 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (approx. 42g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg