Can I use a box mix for these brownies?

Yes! A box mix works perfectly—just bake, cool, and decorate for a quick and easy version.

How do I make brownies extra fudgy?

Use slightly less flour and avoid overbaking. The center should be just set when you remove them from the oven.

Make sure the brownies are completely cooled before decorating. If needed, chill them briefly before adding toppings.

It’s best to freeze them undecorated. Add the spooky toppings after thawing for the freshest look.

Rich, fudgy Halloween Brownies decorated with spooky toppings like candy eyes, tombstone cookies, and sprinkles. Perfect for parties or family fun!

Brownie Base:

Decorations (choose your favorites!):

Prepare the pan – Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
Make the batter – In a bowl, whisk together melted butter, sugar, vanilla, and eggs. Add cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir until smooth.
Bake – Pour the batter into the pan. Bake for 22–26 minutes, until the edges are set and the center is just slightly underdone for fudgy brownies.
Cool completely – Let the brownies cool in the pan before decorating.
Decorate – Add candy eyes, pipe on frosting bandages for mummies, press in cookie “tombstones,” or drizzle white chocolate for spiderwebs. Get creative!
Serve & enjoy – Slice into squares and serve your spooky creations.

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