Halloween Brownies

5 from 1 vote

Halloween Brownies are such a fun spooky treat for the holiday. Adding cream cheese gives these brownies a richer flavor even though they are made with a boxed mix!

Prep Time10

Cook Time55

Total Time1 5

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings: people

Calories: 149kcal

Author: Kelly Stilwell

Equipment

1 9x13 inch baking dish

Ingredients

1 box of fudge brownie mix 18.3 oz.
2 eggs to make brownie mix
½ cup oil to make brownie mix
8 oz. cream cheese
⅓ cup sugar
1 egg
½ tsp. Vanilla
Orange gel food coloring

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
Spray a 9x13 inch pan with non-stick spray and set aside. You can also use parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the brownie mix, 2 eggs, oil, and water.
Using a hand mixer, mix to combine following the box directions.
Pour the batter into the prepared 9x13 inch pan. Set aside.
In another large mixing bowl, cream together cream cheese and sugar, until light and fluffy.
Add other egg and vanilla, mixing well to incorporate.
Add 9-10 drops of orange gel food coloring mixing until color is even throughout the batter.
If darker orange color is desired, add more food coloring.
Drop the orange cheesecake mixture by spoonfuls over the brownie batter.
Use a toothpick or skewer to swirl the brownie batter and orange cheesecake mixture together.
Bake in a 350º oven for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Allow the brownies to cool before serving.

Notes

Whenever you're baking, it's always best to use room temperature eggs as they blend more evenly. A quick way to bring eggs to room temperature is by placing them in a bowl of warm (not hot) water before starting the recipe. After about 5-7 to minutes they are ready to be used. Don't leave eggs out for long periods as they can spoil.

Place the pan in the center of the oven for even baking.

If adding cocoa powder, measure using the spoon and level method. Too much cocoa powder can lend a bitter flavor to the brownies.

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