Description
Monster Mash Cheesecake Brownies are a delightful blend of rich, fudgy brownies and creamy cheesecake, making them the perfect treat for Halloween or any festive gathering. With their striking marbled appearance and luscious flavor, these brownies are sure to impress your guests and leave them coming back for more. Easy to make with simple ingredients, they offer a deliciously spooky twist on traditional desserts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix melted butter and cocoa powder until smooth. Stir in granulated sugar, then add eggs one at a time and vanilla extract. Fold in flour until just combined.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Gradually mix in powdered sugar until smooth.
- Pour half the brownie batter into the prepared pan, dollop cheesecake mixture on top, and swirl with a knife. Pour remaining brownie batter over and repeat dolloping.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs. Allow to cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (64g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg