Halloween Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies
Indulge in the festive delight of Halloween Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies! These fudgy brownies are elevated with a creamy, tangy cream cheese swirl, creating a beautiful marbled effect that’s perfect for any spooky celebration. With their rich chocolate flavor and decadent texture, these treats will enchant both kids and adults alike. Easy to make and visually stunning, they are sure to be a hit at your Halloween gatherings!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Mix in eggs one at a time and add vanilla extract.
- Sift together cocoa powder, flour, and a pinch of salt into the wet mixture. Stir until just combined.
- In another bowl, mix softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth.
- Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared dish. Add dollops of cream cheese mixture on top, followed by the rest of the brownie batter. Swirl gently with a knife.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until edges pull away from sides and a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (50g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg