Halloween Brownies (Easy Ghost Brownies)
These easy Halloween brownies are made with a brownie mix and topped with marshmallow ghosts for a spooky treat that’s fun, festive, and kid-friendly.
Equipment
- Square Baking pan
- Mixing Bowls
- Sharp Knife
- Cooling rack
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Toothpick
Ingredients
- 1 box brownie mix
- 2 eggs at room temperature
- ½ cup avocado oil
- 3 tablespoon water
- 16 large marshmallows
- 1 cup white chocolate chips or white candy melts
- 1 tablespoon Black candy melts or Candy eyes or mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare and bake the brownies according to package directions in a greased 9x9-inch pan. Let cool completely, then cut into squares.
- Place one large marshmallow in the center of each brownie square.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt white chocolate chips (or candy melts) in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Spoon melted white chocolate over each marshmallow, letting it drip down the sides to create a “ghostly” shape.
- While the coating is still warm, melt the black candy melts in a microwave safe bowl. Using a toothpick creates eyes and mouth to resemble ghosts. You can also press candy eyes (or mini chocolate chips) onto each ghost to get that ghost look instead.
- Let the chocolate set for 20–30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- A box mix makes this recipe quick and reliable, but you can swap in your favorite homemade brownie base.
- Make sure brownies are completely cooled before adding marshmallows and chocolate, or the toppings may slide.
- Standard large marshmallows work best avoid using mini marshmallows.
- If your melted white chocolate is too thick, stir in 1 teaspoon of coconut oil or vegetable shortening to thin it.
- Candy eyes alternative: Mini chocolate chips, black icing, or even dots of melted chocolate work perfectly for ghost faces if you don’t have candy eyes.
- Use a sharp knife dipped in warm water and wiped dry between cuts for neat brownie edges.
- Place the tray in the fridge for 10–15 minutes to help the chocolate harden faster.
- Store decorated brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days
