Halloween Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line an 8 x 8 baking dish with parchment paper or foil and spray with non-stick spray. Set aside.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, add the sugar, flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.

Step 3

In a small bowl, add the eggs, oil, and vanilla. Mix with a fork until well combined.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix with a spatula until just combined.

Step 5

Reserve 1/4 cup of the batter for the swirls then pour the remaining batter into the prepared baking dish.

Step 6

In a medium bowl, add the cream cheese, sugar, egg, & vanilla. Blend until smooth.

Step 7

Add in the orange food coloring and stir to combine.

Step 8

Gently spread the cream cheese layer on top of the brownie batter.

Step 9

Drop tablespoons of the remaining brownie batter on top and gently swirl with a knife or skewer.

Step 10

Bake for 30-35 minutes or until set. Remove and let cool completely before slicing.