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Halloween Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies

Halloween Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies

Fudgy dark chocolate brownies swirled with a vibrant orange-tinted cream cheese batter, perfect for a spooky Halloween treat.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 285

Ingredients
  

Brownie Batter
  • 1 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
Cream Cheese Swirl
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 0.5 tsp orange gel food coloring

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar. Add the eggs and vanilla, beating until smooth.
  3. Fold in the flour and cocoa powder until just combined, then pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, egg yolk, and orange food coloring until smooth and vibrant.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of the orange cream cheese mixture over the brownie batter and use a knife to swirl it through, creating a marbled effect.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  7. Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.

Notes

For an extra spooky touch, sprinkle Halloween-themed sprinkles on top before baking.