Description

Indulge in the delightful decadence of Halloween Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies. These irresistible treats combine rich, fudgy chocolate brownies with a creamy orange cheesecake swirl, making them an eye-catching dessert for any spooky celebration. Perfect for Halloween parties, family get-togethers, or cozy nights in, these brownies are sure to impress both kids and adults alike. With their festive colors and mouthwatering flavors, they embody the spirit of fall baking while offering a fun twist on traditional brownies. Prepare to create a dessert that is not only delicious but also visually stunning!

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup granulated 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 (room temperature)
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
orange food coloring

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F and line an 8 x 8 baking dish with parchment paper.
In a bowl, mix sugar, flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Add eggs, oil, and vanilla extract; stir until smooth.
In another bowl, beat cream cheese with sugar until creamy. Add egg and vanilla extract; mix in orange food coloring.
Pour half the brownie batter into the prepared dish. Top with dollops of cream cheese mixture and swirl gently. Pour remaining brownie batter on top and swirl again if desired.
Bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean. Cool before slicing.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 brownie (50g)
Calories: 190
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 90mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 23g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for easier blending. Avoid overmixing the brownie batter to maintain a fudgy texture. Chill brownies before cutting for clean edges.