Halloween Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies
Indulge in the festive charm of Halloween with these delightful Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies. Combining a rich chocolate brownie base with a creamy orange cheesecake swirl, these brownies are the ultimate treat for Halloween parties or cozy family gatherings. Their vibrant colors and decadent flavors are sure to captivate both kids and adults alike, making them a must-have for your autumn dessert table. Easy to make and visually stunning, these brownies bring a touch of seasonal fun to any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 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
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- Orange food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line an 8 x 8 baking dish with parchment paper and spray lightly with non-stick spray.
- In one bowl, mix together sugar, flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. In another bowl, whisk eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla until combined. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir until just mixed.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, one egg, vanilla extract, and orange food coloring; mix until creamy.
- Pour half of the brownie batter into the pan. Dollop the cream cheese mixture on top and then pour in the remaining brownie batter.
- Use a knife to swirl through both layers gently for a marbled effect.
- Bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs. Allow cooling before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie square (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg