Description
Spook up your Halloween with these Ghost Cheesecake Brownies! Fudgy brownie base, creamy cheesecake swirls, a “bloody” strawberry glaze, and ghostly chocolate truffles make this treat as fun as it is delicious.
Ingredients
For the Brownie Layer
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
For the Cheesecake Layer
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
For the Strawberry Glaze
- 1/2 cup strawberry jam or puree
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1–2 tsp lemon juice
For the Ghost Decoration
- White chocolate truffles (or dome-shaped white candies)
- Melted dark chocolate (for ghost eyes)
Instructions
Step 1 – Brownie Base
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) pan with parchment.
- Whisk melted butter and sugar until smooth.
- Beat in eggs and vanilla.
- Sift in cocoa, flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix until just combined.
- Spread 2/3 of the batter into the pan. Reserve the rest.
Step 2 – Cheesecake Layer
- Beat cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- Spread evenly over the brownie base.
- Dollop remaining brownie batter on top and swirl with a knife.
Step 3 – Bake
- Bake 35–40 minutes until set in the center. Cool completely.
Step 4 – Strawberry Glaze
- Stir jam, powdered sugar, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Spread evenly over cooled brownies.
Step 5 – Ghost Decoration
- Place a truffle on each brownie square.
- Pipe chocolate eyes to create ghost faces.
Notes
- Chill the brownies before slicing for clean edges.
- Use raspberry jam for a darker, spookier glaze.
- Swap truffles with marshmallows for a lighter ghost.
- For extra fudginess, slightly underbake the brownies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes