Description

Indulge in the festive spirit with these Halloween Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies, a delightful treat that combines a rich chocolate brownie base with a vibrant orange cheesecake swirl. Perfect for Halloween gatherings, potlucks, or cozy nights at home, these brownies not only taste amazing but also look festive on any dessert table. With their unique flavor combination and eye-catching appearance, they are sure to impress family and friends alike. Easy to make and shareable in portions, these brownies are a must-try this season.

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

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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, and baking powder. Add eggs one at a time, followed by vegetable oil and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
In another bowl, beat the cream cheese with sugar until creamy. Mix in one egg and vanilla extract; add orange food coloring.
Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared dish. Spoon dollops of cream cheese mixture over it and then add the remaining brownie batter on top. Swirl together gently.
Bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let them cool before cutting into squares.

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 brownie square (approx. 50g)
Calories: 210
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 29g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 35mg