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Spooky Halloween Brownies

These rich, fudgy brownies are transformed into haunting treats with the addition of black food coloring and spooky decorations. The process involves melting chocolate and butter, mixing with eggs and sugar, and baking until just done, resulting in a dense, velvety texture perfect for Halloween festivities. Decorate with creepy toppings for a fun and festive finish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 200 g dark chocolate chopped
  • 150 g unsalted butter
  • 2 eggs room temperature
  • 150 g granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 100 g all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • a few drops black gel food coloring or dark purple
  • decorations as desired gummy worms, candy eyes, edible glitter

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Double boiler or heatproof bowl over a pot
  • Spatula
  • 20cm (8-inch) square baking pan
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line your baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. In a heatproof bowl, melt the chopped dark chocolate and butter over a double boiler, stirring gently until smooth and glossy.
  3. Whisk together the eggs, sugar, and vanilla in a large bowl until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, gently stirring to combine and incorporate the rich chocolate flavor.
  5. Sift in the flour and baking powder, then fold everything together with a spatula until just combined. The batter will be thick and shiny.
  6. Add a few drops of black gel food coloring into the batter and fold until the color is evenly distributed, giving the mixture a dark, spooky hue.
  7. Pour the batter into your prepared pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula to ensure a smooth top.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs, indicating a fudgy texture.
  9. Remove from the oven and let the brownies cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps set the texture.
  10. Once cooled, cut the brownies into squares and start decorating with spooky toppings like gummy worms, candy eyes, and edible glitter to create a haunting effect.
  11. Finish by adding extra decorations or icing details as desired, then enjoy your spooky Halloween brownies with friends and family!

Notes

Ensure the brownies are completely cooled before decorating to prevent smudging. Use vibrant gel food coloring for the most striking midnight hue. Don’t overbake—fudgy brownies are the goal!