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Monster Mash Brownies

These rich and fudgy Spooky Monster Mash Brownies feature a vibrant layer of purple frosting and goofy candy eyes, making them a fun and easy treat to bake.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings: 9 squares
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Brownies:
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted (1 stick)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp baking powder
Frosting:
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened (1 stick)
  • 2 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream or milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Purple gel food coloring
Decorations:
  • Candy eyeballs
  • Halloween sprinkles (purple, orange, black)
  • Mini chocolate chips (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Make Brownie Batter: In a bowl, whisk melted butter and sugar. Add eggs and vanilla. In another bowl, mix cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder. Gradually add to wet ingredients and stir until smooth.
  3. Bake: Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs. Let cool completely.
  4. Make Frosting: Beat butter until creamy. Add powdered sugar, cream, and vanilla. Mix until smooth. Add purple food coloring until the desired shade is reached.
  5. Frost and Decorate: Spread frosting evenly over cooled brownies. Top with candy eyes, sprinkles, and mini chocolate chips to create monster faces.
  6. Slice and Serve: Cut into squares and enjoy your spooky, delicious treats!

Notes

Lavanda's Tips & Variations

  • For extra fudgy brownies, be careful not to overbake!
  • You can use different colored frostings for fun monster themes beyond just Halloween.
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.