Description
Halloween Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies are a festive and delicious treat that combines a rich chocolate brownie base with a creamy orange cheesecake swirl. These visually appealing brownies are perfect for Halloween parties, family gatherings, or cozy nights in. With their delightful mix of flavors and striking presentation, they are sure to impress your guests. The easy-to-follow recipe ensures that even novice bakers can create these sweet delights in no time.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup granulated white sugar
- ½ cup all-purpose white 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 (at room temperature)
- ¼ cup granulated white sugar (for cream cheese layer)
- 1 large egg (for cream cheese layer)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (for cream cheese layer)
- orange food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line an 8 x 8 baking dish with parchment paper or foil and spray it with non-stick spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine sugar, flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Whisk together until well blended.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until combined. Mix this into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- In a separate bowl, blend the 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 prepared dish. Spoon dollops of the cream cheese mixture over it and top with the remaining brownie batter. Use a knife to swirl gently.
- Bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (50g)
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Ensure your cream cheese is at room temperature for easier blending. Avoid overmixing to maintain a light texture in your brownies. Let brownies cool completely before cutting for cleaner slices.