These Halloween Brownies are rich, fudgy, chocolatey, and topped with the cutest little ghost candies for an easy Halloween dessert everyone loves. They are simple to make, packed with chocolate flavor, and perfect for parties, classroom treats, or family movie nights during spooky season.
What makes these brownies such a hit is the combination of homemade fudgy brownies and fun Halloween decorations that take almost no extra effort. The crackly tops, melty chocolate chips, and rich cocoa flavor make them taste bakery style, while the ghost candies make them extra fun for kids and parties. We have made variations of these brownies for years, and they are always one of the first desserts gone at Halloween gatherings.
If you need more easy Halloween desserts, we also love Halloween Rice Krispie Treats, Dirt Cups, Monster Cookies, and Halloween Bark.
Why you’ll love it + Why it works:
- Perfect Halloween Treat: These brownies are festive enough for parties but easy enough for a weeknight dessert.
- Feeds a Crowd: A 9 x 13 pan makes enough brownies for parties, school events, and family gatherings.
- Melted Butter Base: Melting the butter creates brownies with a rich dense texture and crackly tops.
- Extra Cocoa Powder: The cocoa gives the brownies deep chocolate flavor without making them overly sweet.
Halloween Brownies Ingredients
- Unsalted Butter (1 cup): Adds richness and creates the fudgy texture that makes these brownies so good.
- Cocoa Powder (1 cup, plus 2 tablespoons): Gives the brownies deep rich chocolate flavor and helps create that classic dense brownie texture.
- Sugar (1 ½ cups): Sweetens the brownies while helping create shiny crackly tops.
- Eggs (3): Adds structure and keeps the brownies soft and chewy.
- Vanilla Extract (1 tablespoon): Enhances the chocolate flavor and adds warmth to the brownies.
- All Purpose Flour (¾ cup): Gives the brownies structure while still keeping them soft and fudgy.
- Salt (1 teaspoon): Balances the sweetness and brings out the rich chocolate flavor.
- Baking Soda (½ teaspoon): Helps the brownies rise slightly while keeping them tender.
- Chocolate Chips (1 ½ cups): Adds extra chocolate flavor and melty bites throughout the brownies.
- Chocolate Jimmies (1 tablespoon): Adds festive Halloween texture and decoration to the top.
- Reese’s White Chocolate Ghost Candies (12): Makes the brownies fun, festive, and perfect for Halloween parties.
How to Make Halloween Brownies
PREP. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 9 x 13 baking dish with parchment paper.
BATTER. In a medium pot, melt the butter over low heat.
Add the cocoa powder and sugar, and mix to combine. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Stir in the vanilla. Add the flour, salt, and baking soda, and mix until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
BAKE. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, and sprinkle with the chocolate jimmies. Bake for 40-45 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
SERVE. Let cool for 10-15 minutes, then place the ghost cookies on top. Let cool completely before slicing and serving.
Kristyn’s Recipe Tips
- Line the baking dish with parchment paper for easy lifting and cleaner slices.
- Do not overmix the batter after adding the flour or the brownies can turn cakey instead of fudgy.
- Let the brownies cool completely before slicing for the cleanest squares.
- Press extra chocolate chips into the top before baking for even more chocolate flavor.
Halloween Brownies Recipe
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup cocoa powder, (plus 2 tablespoons)
- 1 ½ cups sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 ½ cups chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon chocolate jimmies
- 12 Reese’s white chocolate ghost candies
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 9 x 13 baking dish with parchment paper. In a medium pot, melt the butter over low heat.
- Add the cocoa powder and sugar, and mix to combine. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla. Add the flour, salt, and baking soda, and mix until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan, and sprinkle with the chocolate jimmies. Bake for 40-45 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cool for 10-15 minutes, then place the ghost candies on top. Let cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Line the baking dish with parchment paper for easy lifting and cleaner slices.
- Do not overmix the batter after adding the flour or the brownies can turn cakey instead of fudgy.
- Let the brownies cool completely before slicing for the cleanest squares.
- Press extra chocolate chips into the top before baking for even more chocolate flavor.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Recipe FAQ
Allow the brownies to completely cool before storing them in an airtight container. The brownies can be kept at room temperature for 3-4 days.
Freeze, separating layers with wax paper, for up to 3 months.
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This recipe was first shared September, 2023.
Now that the grocery stores have set out their Halloween candy, I’m able to start baking your cute treats, starting with these delicious brownies.
Yay! Hope you enjoy!!
I love how simple these brownies are to make! They are a festive and fun addition to my Halloween spread and the kids love them. The peanut butter ghost with the chocolatey brownie make a delicious combo!
I absolutely adore your website and am always excited to read and make your new recipes!! I was just looking for a great brownie recipe and saw this. How wonderful. Thank you so much for all the work you do to share your recipes. Keep up the good work and may God bless you and your loved ones!!
Thank you SO much!! This just made our day!
The brownies alone are rich and chocolatey, and the ghosts are an easy touch! My kids love when we turn things spooky for Halloween. These are so cute – I can’t wait to share them!
Your Halloween Brownies are looking great!!! I hope I get at least a picture of mine this year! I usually take some to a party and by the time I get back from hanging up my coat – – – They are gone,
I love Brownies and your’ look like they will fill the bill this year. Thanks for the recipe!