Description
Halloween Cheesecake Brownies are a delightful fusion of rich, fudgy brownies and creamy cheesecake, spiced with warm cinnamon and nutmeg. These treats are not only delicious but also evoke nostalgic memories of childhood Halloween adventures. Perfect for parties or cozy nights in, these brownies bring a festive flair to your dessert table that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 8 oz softened cream cheese
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, mix melted butter, sugar, and cocoa powder until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
- Fold in flour and optional chocolate chips until just combined.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese with sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg until creamy.
- Pour half the brownie batter into the pan, spread the cheesecake layer on top, then dollop remaining brownie batter for a marbled effect.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg