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Halloween Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies

Halloween Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies

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Indulge in the festive spirit with Halloween Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies, a delightful treat that combines a rich chocolate brownie base with a vibrant orange cheesecake swirl. These brownies are perfect for any Halloween gathering, bringing both flavor and visual appeal to your dessert table. With their fudgy texture and creamy topping, they are sure to impress family and friends alike. Simple enough for bakers of all levels, these spooky treats are fun to make, especially when involving kids in the swirling process. Enjoy them at parties or cozy nights in—either way, they’re bound to be a hit!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup cocoa powder
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 large eggs
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • ¼ cup sugar (for cheesecake layer)
  • Orange food coloring

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8 x 8 baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, mix sugar, flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Add eggs, oil, and vanilla; stir until just combined.
  3. In another bowl, beat cream cheese with sugar and egg until smooth; mix in orange food coloring.
  4. Pour half the brownie batter into the dish, add dollops of the cream cheese mixture, top with remaining brownie batter, and swirl gently.
  5. Bake for about 30 minutes; cool before cutting into squares.

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