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Halloween Brownies

Gooey chocolate caramel brownies with a rich, fudgy texture and a gooey caramel swirl on top, perfect for dessert lovers seeking decadent homemade treats, homemade brownie recipes, sweet baked goods, and dessert ideas.
These chocolate brownies, swirled together with an orange cheesecake topping, are the perfect spooky treat for any Halloween gathering!
Tara
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 12

Equipment

  • electric hand mixer
  • large bowl
  • 9x9 baking pan
  • plastic knife (for cutting brownies)

Ingredients

  • 20 oz Brownie mix (any kind). Additional ingredients are required for the batter (see brownie box for details) (The Ghirardelli Dark Chocolate Brownie Mix brand was used for this recipe.)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese (Philadelphia brand used)
  • ½ cup granulated white sugar
  • 1 egg
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • orange food coloring
  • non-stick spray

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. F. Coat a 9x9 cake pan with nonstick spray.
  • Prepare brownie batter as directed. Reserve ¼ cup for swirling; pour the remaining liquid into the baking dish and set it aside.
  • Blend cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth. Add orange food coloring to achieve the desired shade.
  • Spread the cream cheese layer over the brownie batter, then drop teaspoons of the remaining batter on top and gently swirl with a skewer or knife.
  • Bake for a 9 x 9 pan for 40-45 minutes or for a 9 x 13 pan and bake at 325°F for 30-35 minutes or until the brownies are set. Let them cool completely before slicing. For cleaner cuts, use a plastic knife.
    *Caution: The baking pan will be hot when you remove it from the oven!

Nutrition

Calories: 312kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.002g | Cholesterol: 33mg | Sodium: 203mg | Potassium: 30mg | Sugar: 32g | Vitamin A: 274IU | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg

Disclaimer: All nutrition values are per serving and approximate. They will vary depending on products and quantities used.

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