Halloween Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies
Indulge in the festive spirit with these Halloween Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies, a mouthwatering combination of rich chocolate brownie and creamy orange cheesecake. Ideal for Halloween parties or autumn gatherings, these brownies feature an eye-catching swirl that impresses both kids and adults. Simple to make and delightful to share, they offer a perfect balance of decadence and visual appeal. Each bite delivers a luxurious taste experience that’s sure to be a hit at your next celebration.
- 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 sugar
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup dark 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 temperature)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (for cream cheese layer)
- 1 large egg (for cream cheese layer)
- Orange food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8 x 8 baking dish with parchment paper and lightly spray with non-stick spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine sugar, flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Mix well. Add eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract; stir until smooth.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese with sugar until creamy. Add egg and vanilla extract; blend until smooth. Mix in orange food coloring until desired color is achieved.
- Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared dish. Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture over it, followed by remaining brownie batter. Swirl gently with a knife.
- Bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean. Let cool before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (50g)
- Calories: 194
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg