Orange Cream Cheese Brownies

The perfect brownie for an adult halloween party or anytime you want to enjoy a perfect combination of refreshing orange and rich chocolate.

Steps

Heat oven to 350f.

Grease bottom of 13x9-inch rectangular pan.

Stir brownie mix , chocolate syrup , water , oil and 2 eggs for fudgelike brownies in medium bowl , using spoon , until well blended.

Spread in pan.

Bake 27 to 29 minutes or until toothpick inserted 2 inches from side of pan comes out clean or almost clean.

Cool completely.

Stir cream cheese , powdered sugar , orange juice , 4 drops yellow food color and 2 drops red food color until smooth and spreadable.

Spread over brownies.

Place chocolate chips and shortening in small microwavable bowl.

Microwave uncovered on medium about 2 minutes or until mixture can be stirred smooth.

Drizzle over brownies.

Refrigerate about 30 minutes or until cream cheese and chocolate are set.

For 36 brownies , cut into 6 rows by 6 rows.

Cover and refrigerate any remaining brownies.

Ingredients

dark chocolate brownie mix, water, vegetable oil, eggs, cream cheese, powdered sugar, frozen orange juice concentrate, yellow food coloring, red food coloring, semi-sweet chocolate chips, shortening