Halloween Swirl Cream Cheese Brownies Recipe
These Halloween swirl cream cheese brownies combine a rich, chocolate brownie base with a spooky cream cheese topping in festive Halloween colors. With simple ingredients like cream cheese, sugar, and cocoa powder, this recipe is easy to make and perfect for holiday gatherings. The swirl pattern adds a festive touch, while the creamy texture and fudgy brownies create a delicious treat. Ideal for Halloween parties and celebrations, these brownies will impress with both their looks and taste!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1/3 cup sugar (for cream cheese layer)
- 1 egg yolk
- Food coloring (orange, purple, black)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8-inch pan.
- In a saucepan, melt butter. Remove from heat and stir in sugar, eggs, and vanilla.
- Sift together cocoa, flour, salt, and baking powder. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the butter mixture.
- Spread the brownie batter into the prepared pan.
- In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and egg yolk until smooth. Divide and add food coloring.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture on top of the brownie batter. Swirl with a knife to create a marbled effect.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes. Let cool before cutting.
Notes
- Make sure to use gel food coloring for vibrant Halloween colors.
- Avoid overmixing the cream cheese to keep the swirl pattern sharp.
- Allow brownies to fully cool for clean cutting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg