Halloween Cheesecake Brownies
- Total Time: 40 mins
- Yield: 16 servings
Description
A little food coloring is all it takes to make these cheesecake brownies Halloween-ready.
Ingredients
Units
- 1 box brownie mix and recommended ingredients needed to make according to box
- 4 oz (115 g) cream cheese, softened
- 5 tbsp (75 ml) sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/2 tsp vanilla
- red/yellow food coloring (optional) 4 drop of each to make an orange (for Halloween)
Instructions
- Prepare brownie mix according to package directions.
- Spread 3/4 of the filling in prepared brownie pan.
- Meanwhile, mix the cream cheese, egg, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.Add coloring if desired.
- Drop tbsp over brownie batter in pan.
- Add remaining batter on top, and use a knife to create a swirled effect.
- Bake at 350 for 25-30 minutes.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing, store remaining in refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Chocolate
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 190
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get the orange swirl effect for Halloween?
Mix 4 drops each of red and yellow food coloring into the cream cheese layer (4 oz cream cheese, 5 tbsp sugar, 1 egg, 1/2 tsp vanilla) to make orange. Spread 3/4 of the brownie batter in the pan first, drop spoonfuls of the orange cream cheese mixture on top, add the remaining brownie batter, then drag a knife through all the layers to create a swirled look before baking at 350°F for 25–30 minutes.
Do the brownies need to be refrigerated after baking?
Yes — let them cool completely before slicing, then store any remaining brownies in the refrigerator. The cream cheese layer makes refrigeration important since it’s a dairy-based component.
