Frankenstein Brownies
Frankenstein Brownies are a delightfully spooky dessert, perfect for Halloween or any festive gathering. These rich, fudgy brownies hide a surprise green cream cheese filling that adds a whimsical twist to your dessert table. With their eye-catching appearance and delicious flavor, they are sure to impress kids and adults alike. Easy to make and highly customizable, these brownies combine fun with flavor, making them a must-try for your next celebration.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- A few drops of green food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter and sugar; stir until blended. Add cocoa powder, eggs, and vanilla one at a time until smooth.
- In another bowl, mix cream cheese with green food coloring until desired hue.
- Pour half the brownie batter into the pan. Spoon dollops of cream cheese mixture on top, then cover with the remaining brownie batter.
- Swirl the top layer gently with a knife for marble effects.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs. Cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg