Description
Rich and fudgy chocolate brownies topped with vibrant monster-themed buttercream frosting and candy decorations. A perfect, kid-friendly treat for Halloween celebrations.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons softened unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon milk
- Green gel food coloring
- 1 pack candy eyes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350F (175C) and grease an 8×8 inch baking pan.
- Stir together melted butter and granulated sugar in a medium bowl.
- Whisk in the eggs and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
- Sift in cocoa powder, flour, and salt, folding gently with a spatula until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan for at least one hour.
- Beat powdered sugar, softened butter, and milk together, then stir in green food coloring.
- Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled brownies.
- Press candy eyes and other festive toppings into the frosting to create monster faces.
- Cut into 16 squares and serve.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American