Halloween Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies Recipe
Ingredients
For the Brownies:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
For the Cream Cheese Swirl:
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- Orange food coloring optional, for a Halloween look
Instructions
Preheat the oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
Make the brownie batter:
- In a medium bowl, mix the melted butter and sugar. Add the eggs and vanilla, and stir until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder. Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until smooth.
Prepare the cream cheese swirl:
- In a small bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, sugar, and egg yolk until smooth. Add a few drops of orange food coloring for a festive Halloween swirl.
Assemble the brownies:
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture on top. Use a knife or toothpick to swirl the cream cheese mixture into the brownie batter, creating a marbled effect.
Bake:
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Be careful not to overbake.
Cool and serve:
- Let the brownies cool completely before cutting into squares.
Notes
These Halloween Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies are spooky yet sweet, featuring rich chocolate and a fun orange swirl, perfect for any Halloween party! 🎃