Halloween Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies
Indulge in the festive spirit of Halloween with these delightful Halloween Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies. This recipe combines rich chocolate brownie layers with a creamy orange cheesecake swirl, creating a visually stunning and delicious treat that’s perfect for any gathering or cozy night in. Easy to prepare and fun to serve, these brownies are a hit among both kids and adults, making them an ideal dessert for Halloween parties and fall celebrations. With just a few simple steps, you can whip up these spooky delights that not only taste amazing but also add a pop of color to your dessert table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 16 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup granulated 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
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- orange food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8 x 8 baking dish with parchment paper and spray with non-stick spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine sugar, flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Add eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla; mix until smooth.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese with sugar until smooth. Mix in one egg and vanilla; add orange food coloring to desired hue.
- Pour half the brownie batter into the prepared dish. Dollop cream cheese mixture on top, followed by remaining brownie batter. Swirl gently with a knife.
- Bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean. Cool before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie square (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg