Halloween Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies
Indulge in the festive spirit with these Halloween Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies, where rich chocolate meets creamy cheesecake in a delightful treat that will charm both kids and adults alike. With their striking orange swirls, these brownies are not only delicious but also visually appealing, making them the perfect dessert for Halloween parties, gatherings, or cozy nights at home. The best part? They are easy to prepare in just 15 minutes! Whether you’re hosting a spooky celebration or simply craving something sweet, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 9 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 Hershey's Special 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
- ¼ cup granulated white sugar
- 1 large egg
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- orange food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8 x 8 baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine sugar, flour, cocoa powder, salt, baking powder, eggs, oil, and vanilla; mix until smooth.
- In another bowl, blend cream cheese, sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and a few drops of orange food coloring until smooth.
- Pour half of the brownie mixture into the pan. Add dollops of the cream cheese mixture and swirl gently with a knife. Pour the remaining brownie batter on top and repeat the swirling.
- Bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (50g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg