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Spooky Delight: Halloween Ghost Brownies with a Twist

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SophiaReed

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Halloween is my favorite season for baking, but I love to do something unexpected. This year, I thought, why not turn classic brownies into adorable ghost-shaped treats that look straight out of a ghost story? The process is simple, but the effect is ridiculously charming, especially when you see the kids’ faces light up.

What makes these Ghost Brownies special isn’t just their spooky appearance. It’s how they combine rich chocolate flavor with a playful, chaotic design that sparks joy and nostalgia. Plus, they’re perfect for both kids’ parties and grown-up gatherings that want a touch of whimsy.

Ghost-Shaped Brownies

This recipe transforms classic chocolate brownies into adorable ghost-shaped treats. The brownies are baked until set, then decorated with white icing and chocolate chips to resemble friendly ghosts, resulting in a soft, fudgy interior with a smooth, slightly crisp exterior that’s perfect for Halloween celebrations.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 box brownie mix (or homemade brownie batter)
  • 1 cup white frosting for decorating
  • 48 chocolate chips chocolate chips for eyes

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk or spoon
  • 9×13 inch baking pan
  • Parchment paper
  • Cooling rack
  • Piping bag or plastic squeeze bottle
  • Small spoon or toothpick

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line the baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.
  2. Mix the brownie batter according to the package instructions or prepare your homemade batter, ensuring it’s smooth and well combined.
  3. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly with a spatula. Tap the pan gently to remove air bubbles.
  4. Bake in the oven for about 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs.
  5. Remove the pan from the oven and let the brownies cool completely on a wire rack. This helps them set and makes decorating easier.
  6. Once cooled, lift the brownies out of the pan using the parchment overhang, and cut into small, irregular ghost-shaped pieces.
  7. Fill a piping bag or squeeze bottle with white frosting. Pipe a rounded, ghostly head on each brownie piece, leaving a little space at the top to form the ghost’s
  8. Use chocolate chips to create small, round eyes on each ghost, pressing them gently into the frosting to secure.
  9. Optionally, pipe small drips of frosting from the bottom of each ghost to give a floating, spectral appearance.
  10. Arrange the decorated ghost brownies on a platter, and they are ready to serve. Enjoy their soft, fudgy texture with playful, spooky decorations.

Notes

For added fun, experiment with different shapes and expressions for your ghosts. Using mini marshmallows or candies can add variety to the decorations.
As the evening falls and the ghosts of Halloween start to haunt the streets, these brownies will bring smiles and a little bit of spooky fun to your party. They’re a reminder that sometimes, the best treats are the ones that make us laugh and relax. No matter how you decorate, these ghostly confections are sure to cast a sweet spell.

Enjoy baking and sharing these playful brownies — a perfect mix of chaos, charm, and chocolate. They’re simple enough to whip up in a hurry but impressive enough to be the star of your dessert table. After all, Halloween is about celebrating creativity and a touch of spooky magic.

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