Spook-tacular Halloween Cheesecake Brownies
A delightful treat combining fudgy chocolate brownie with creamy orange cheesecake, perfect for Halloween celebrations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12-16 squares
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup orange food coloring
- 1 teaspoon orange extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, melt the unsalted butter. Stir in granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla until fully combined, creating a smooth mixture.
- Mix in flour, cocoa powder, and salt until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be thick and fudgy.
- Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
- In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar, orange food coloring, and orange extract; mix until well combined and the color is even.
- Spread the orange cream cheese mixture over the brownie layer in the pan. Then, dollop the remaining brownie batter on top, using a knife to swirl the two batters together, creating a marbled effect.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs. If it’s too wet, give it a few more minutes.
- Allow the brownies to cool in the pan before cutting them into squares and serving.
Notes
Chill for better flavor and to ensure the cheesecake layer sets nicely.