Fun Halloween Brownies
Delightful fudgy brownies topped with colorful Halloween candy and sprinkles, perfect for gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 16 squares
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- Halloween candy (e.g., M&M’s, candy corn)
- Halloween-themed sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9 inch baking pan.
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over low heat, stirring gently to avoid burning.
- Mix in the granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine the cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
- Prepare the batter in the greased pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake for about 20-25 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Add Halloween candy and sprinkles while the brownies are warm.
- Cool completely in the pan, then cut into squares and enjoy!
Notes
Unsalted butter is preferred for better control of salt levels. You can substitute 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour with almond flour for a lighter texture, and feel free to mix in chocolate chips for a gooey twist!