Ghost Cheesecake Brownies Recipe

Are you ready for a spooky and delicious treat? These Ghost Cheesecake Brownies are the perfect dessert for any Halloween celebration. With a rich and fudgy brownie base, a creamy and tangy cheesecake topping, and adorable ghost decorations, these brownies are sure to delight both kids and adults alike. Whether you're hosting a Halloween party or just want to enjoy a festive dessert, these Ghost Cheesecake Brownies are a must-try.

One of the best things about these brownies is that th...

One of the best things about these brownies is that they're actually quite simple to make. While they may look impressive, the recipe is straightforward and doesn't require any advanced baking skills. Even novice bakers can easily replicate this spooky treat, and the end result is sure to impress.

First, let's talk about the brownie base. We'll be using a classic recipe for fudgy brownies that are rich, chocolatey, and perfectly moist. These brownies provide the perfect foundation for the creamy cheesecake layer that will be added on top. The combination of the two is simply divine and will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Next, we have the cheesecake layer. This creamy and tangy element adds a delightful contrast to the rich and decadent brownie base. The cheesecake layer is made with cream cheese, sugar, eggs, and vanilla, creating a smooth and luscious texture that complements the brownies beautifully.

And finally, we have the adorable ghost decorations. Using a simple white chocolate ganache, we'll create ghostly shapes on top of the cheesecake layer. These little ghosts add a whimsical and festive touch to the brownies, making them a hit at any Halloween gathering.

Now, if you're ready to embrace the Halloween spirit and indulge in a delicious treat, then it's time to whip up a batch of these Ghost Cheesecake Brownies. Whether you're serving them at a party or enjoying them with your family at home, these spooky brownies are a must for the Halloween season. So gather your ingredients and get ready to impress with these delightful treats. Happy baking!

3 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs
1 ¼ cups granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¾ teaspoon kosher salt
⅔ cup all-purpose flour
½ (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 large egg white
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

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Prep Time: 30 mins
Bake Time: 35 mins
Cool Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 1 hr 35 mins
Servings: 9
Yield: 9 brownies

Gather all ingredients. Grease an 8x8 baking dish and line with parchment paper.

Place chopped chocolate into a heatproof bowl. Melt butter in a sauce pan over medium heat and pour over chocolate. Let sit for 5 minutes until chocolate starts to melt. Mix well until chocolate has completely melted.

Combine eggs and sugar in a bowl and mix with an electric mixer on high speed until light and pale yellow in color. Add vanilla extract and salt. Continue mixing on high for 1 minute.

Transfer in chocolate-butter mixture and mix until well combined for 30 seconds. Fold in flour with a spatula until flour has disappeared. Set aside 2 teaspoons of brownie batter.

Transfer remaining batter into the baking dish and distribute evenly. Smooth out the top with a spatula.

For the cheesecake ghosts combine softened cream cheese, sugar, egg white, and vanilla extract in a bowl. Whisk until mixture is well combined.

Set 9 tablespoons of cheesecake dollops onto the brownie batter in an even pattern. Spread out dollops into ghost-like shapes with a spoon and a bamboo skewer.

Transfer reserved brownie batter into a small plastic bag, snip off one corner, and pipe 2 eyes and a mouth onto each cheesecake ghost. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Bake brownies in the center of the oven until edges are lightly golden brown and the center is just set, 35 to 40 minutes. Because these are very fudgy, chewy style brownies, a toothpick will not come out clean, so that's not a reliable test for this recipe.

Allow brownies to cool completely in the pan before transferring them to a plate and cutting them into squares.

Serve and enjoy.

Nutrition

355 cal.

Total Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 83mg
Sodium: 221mg
Total Carbohydrate: 44g
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Potassium: 50mg

How to Make Ghost Cheesecake Brownies - A Step-by-Step Guide

Ingredients

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Nutrition

355 cal.

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