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Monster Mash Brownies

Delicious Monster Mash Brownies for Your Next Spooky Treat

Indulge in these Monster Mash Brownies, a rich, fudgy Halloween treat perfect for any occasion!
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chocolate brownies, creative frosting, festive baking, Halloween treats, Monster Mash Brownies, spooky desserts
Prep Time: 2 hours
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Cooling Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 brownies
Calories: 250kcal

Equipment

  • microwave-safe bowl
  • Baking tin (32 cm x 24 cm)
  • Piping bags
  • spatula
  • Cookie cutter (2 ½ inch)

Ingredients

For the Brownie Base

  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Don't overmix!
  • 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder Opt for Dutch-processed for richer taste.
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar.
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted Can replace with coconut oil for dairy-free.
  • 4 oz Dark chocolate, melted Consider semi-sweet for less bitterness.
  • 2 large Large eggs Use room temperature for best results.
  • 0.5 cup White chocolate chips Can swap with peanut butter chips.
  • 0.5 cup Dark chocolate chips A mix of milk chocolate can lighten taste.

For the Frosting and Decoration

  • 2 cups American buttercream frosting Can be flavored with extracts.
  • 0.5 cup Cocoa powder Used in black frosting.
  • 0.5 cup Milk Plant-based milk works too!
  • As needed Food gels (various colors) Start with a few drops.
  • As needed Liquorice Can substitute with candy strings.

Instructions

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Monster Mash Brownies

  • Prepare your frosting colors by dividing the American buttercream frosting into seven portions and coloring as indicated.
  • Preheat your oven to 175°C (340°F) and prepare the baking tin with non-stick spray and parchment paper.
  • Melt the unsalted butter and dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl until smooth.
  • Mix the melted butter and chocolate with granulated sugar, then add eggs one at a time while whisking.
  • Gently fold in unsweetened cocoa powder and all-purpose flour, then add white and dark chocolate chips.
  • Pour the mixture into the prepared baking tin and bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
  • Cool the brownies at room temperature for one hour, then refrigerate for additional hour.
  • Cut brownies into 12 squares using a cookie cutter.
  • Decorate the brownies as Frankenstein brownies with green frosting, and use decorative piping for details.
  • Create mummy brownies with light yellow frosting and add features using black and yellow frosting.
  • Decorate spider monster brownies with purple frosting, adding a mouth and legs using liquorice.
  • Finish with Dracula brownies by creating a widow's peak and facial features using black and white frosting.

Notes

These brownies are a delightful adventure in baking, perfect for Halloween festivities and gatherings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1brownie | Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 120mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1.5mg