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Halloween Cream Cheese Brownies

Halloween Cream Cheese Brownies that Wow Your Taste Buds

These Halloween Cream Cheese Brownies combine rich chocolate with a vibrant orange cream cheese swirl, perfect for festive celebrations.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 16 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownie Batter
  • 1 cup Granulated White Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar for a slightly different flavor.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose White Flour For a gluten-free version, replace with a gluten-free blend.
  • ½ cup Hershey’s Special Dark Cocoa Powder Use unsweetened cocoa powder for a similar taste.
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt Enhances sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Helps brownies rise.
  • 2 large Eggs For a vegan option, use flax eggs.
  • ½ cup Vegetable Oil Can substitute with unsweetened applesauce for a healthier option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla for richer taste.
For the Cream Cheese Swirl
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese At room temperature; for dairy-free, use dairy-free cream cheese alternative.
  • ¼ cup Granulated White Sugar Brown sugar can be used for a deeper flavor.
  • 1 large Egg Substitute with a flax egg for vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract For cream cheese layer.
  • 1 teaspoon Orange Food Coloring Skip if preferring natural colors; consider using orange zest for flavor.

Equipment

  • 8 x 8 baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • Toothpick

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8 x 8 baking dish with parchment paper or foil.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix granulated sugar, flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder until well blended.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until light and frothy.
  4. Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
  5. Pour most of the batter into the baking dish, reserving about ¼ cup.
  6. In a bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth, then add food coloring if desired.
  7. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the brownie batter, then dollop the reserved brownie batter on top and swirl gently.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes, checking with a toothpick. Allow to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth mixture. Avoid overmixing the brownie batter to maintain its fudgy texture. Store brownies in an airtight container for freshness.

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