Irresistible Swirl Cream Cheese Brownies (Print-Friendly Version)
Perfect for your October gathering, these cream cheese brownies feature luscious chocolate swirls and festive orange hues. Ideal as a Halloween dessert centerpiece—one to keep handy.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Brownie Base
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1 cup granulated white sugar
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5 cups all-purpose white flour
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33 cups unsweetened dark cocoa powder
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25 teaspoons salt
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25 teaspoons baking powder
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2 large eggs
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5 cups vegetable oil
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Cream Cheese Swirl
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8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
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25 cups granulated white sugar
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1 large egg
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A few drops orange food coloring
# How to Make It:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan or line with parchment paper. In a large mixing bowl, combine granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, dark cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Gently whisk to blend evenly.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Pour wet ingredients into the flour-cocoa mixture, folding carefully until a smooth batter forms.
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In a medium bowl, beat softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, large egg, and orange food coloring until creamy and well blended.
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Pour most of the brownie batter into the prepared pan, reserving about 1 cup. Spread evenly. Spoon the cream cheese mixture in dollops over the surface, then add the reserved batter in between. Use a skewer or butter knife to gently swirl for a marbled pattern.
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Bake on the center rack of the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs.
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Remove from oven and allow to cool completely in the pan. Cut into squares and serve.
# Extra Suggestions:
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For cleaner swirls, avoid overmixing the cream cheese mixture into the brownie batter.