Halloween Brownies (Easy Ghost Brownies)

This recipe is one of my favourite treats for Halloween. They’re chocolaty, fudgy, and gooey. On top of that, there’s a marshmallow ghost sitting on top. Who could resist such a tempting dessert? At least no one that I know.

The good part is, you can make these ahead of time and freeze them for later. A big batch for the kids will stay fresh in the fridge for a week. These Halloween brownies are a crowd pleaser. You can serve them with literally anything.

If you’re planning a spooky spread, these Halloween Brownies (Easy Ghost Brownies) are just the beginning! Pair them with my Halloween Rice Krispie Treats, decorated with candy melts and sprinkles for a fun kid-friendly option, or add a platter of the savory Pumpkin Cheese Ball with crackers and veggies. For a cozy fall touch, make a breakfast with Pumpkin and Pecans Waffles and bake up some Pumpkin Hand Pies , golden, flaky pastries with store-bought pir crust filled with spiced pumpkin goodness.

• Easy to Make - These spooky treats are quick and easy to make. All you need to do is bake the brownies using the box mix, decorate them, and you have a Halloween treat ready to be served.
• Taste and Texture - The chocolaty goodness of brownies paired with vanilla sweetness of the marshmallow ghosts is delicious. The soft brownies crumble in your mouth while chewy marshmallows linger around. The taste and texture of these Halloween brownies is pretty rich for a treat this easy to make.
• Simple Ingredients -This recipe does not require any fancy or long list of ingredients. Brownie mix, eggs, marshmallows, candy melts, and voila!
• Halloween Themed - Since Halloween is just around the corner, these ghost brownies have the potential to be the star of any party.

This easy Halloween recipe starts with a simple store-bought brownie mix, making it quick and stress-free to pull together. The result is rich, fudgy chocolate brownies that serve as the perfect base for your spooky ghost decorations. All you need is a bowl and a hand mixer to whip up the batter in minutes. The best part? You can even top these brownies with chopped-up leftover Halloween candy for extra flavor and crunch, turning a simple treat into a party-ready dessert kids and adults will love.

• Brownie Mix: Use any brownie mix that you’ve tried before or that you trust for this Halloween brownies recipe. I love Dark chcolate as many of you know, So I have used Dark chocolate version of brownie mix. You can also bake your own brownies from scratch if you like.
• Eggs: To bind the brownie mix, you will need two eggs at room temperature.
• Avocado Oil: Avocado oil will also be used in the brownie batter. Can be substituted with extra virgin olive oil, grapeseed oil, or peanut oil.
• Water: Add three tablespoons of water to the brownie batter for achieving the desired consistency.
• Marshmallows: Use fresh marshmallows to make ghosts for the halloween brownies. I recomment regular marshmallows not the mini ones. You can use sugar-free or vegan marshmallows as well.
• White Chocolate Chips or White Candy Melts: For the ghost dressing, you will need either white chocolate chips or white candy melts.
• Candy Eyes: Black candy melts or mini chocolate chips are required for making the ghost eyes.

See recipe card for quantities.

Start by preparing the brownies according to the package directions.

Once baked, let the brownies cool completely before cutting them.

Cut the brownies into 16 equal squares.

Place a large marshmallow in the center of each brownie square.

In a microwave-safe bowl, melt white chocolate and carefully spoon the melted white chocolate over each marshmallow.

Use a toothpick to draw on eyes and a mouth using the melted black candy melts.

Keep it simple by pressing candy eyes or mini chocolate chips into the coating.

Allow the decorated brownies to sit for 20–30 minutes, or until the chocolate sets completely. Once ready, you’ll have adorable ghost brownies that are fudgy, festive, and perfect for any Halloween party!

Hint: Choose the right one, standard large marshmallows work best for that perfect “ghost” height.

• Nutella Mummy Brownies: You can convert these ghost brownies into mummy brownies by changing the decoration. Instead of marshmallow, put nutella in a piping bag and draw horizontal lines across the brownies. Put two candy eyes to give a spooky look.
• Frankenstein Halloween Brownies Recipe: Dip each brownie half way through into green candy melt. Use black melt or black sprinkles to make hair at the top. Put two candy eyes below the hair. Draw stitches in place of mouth by dipping a toothpick in black candy melt.
• Spiderweb Halloween Brownies: Using white candy melts or white chocolate chips, draw spider webs on brownies with a toothpick. Use Box mix to make your brownies.

Coffee: Brownies have always paired well with coffee. Try Salted Caramel Latte to balance out the sweetness of the treats. You can also serve them with Vanilla Bean Latte.

S’mores Hot Chocolate: These spooky ghost brownies will be loved alongside S’mores Hot chocolate.

Halloween Platter: These easy Halloween brownies can elevate any Halloween platter. Serve them along with Pumpkin Hand Pies, Pumpkin Shaped cheese ball, Halloween Rice Krispie Treats, or Brownie Cake Pops.

Icecream: Brownies and ice cream have never disappointed anyone, serve these spooky brownies with white or charcoal ice cream.

• 9x9-inch baking pan – for baking the brownies.
• Bowls – one for brownie batter and another for melting chocolate.
• Whisk or spoon – for mixing brownie batter and melted chocolate.
• Sharp knife – for cutting clean brownie squares.
• Spoon – to drizzle melted white chocolate over marshmallows.
• Toothpick – for creating eyes and mouths (if not using candy eyes).
• Baking parchment paper (optional) – to line the pan for easy brownie removal.
• Cooling rack – to let brownies cool completely before decorating.

Room Temperature: These brownies can be stored at room temperature, in an airtight jar, for 1-2 days.

Refrigerator: You can put them in a refrigerator for up to a week. Make sure to use an airtight container. Don’t stack Halloween brownies to prevent sticking together.

Freezer: Individually wrap each brownie in a wrapping sheet and put it in an airtight container. These brownies can be stored for 2 - 3 months in the freezer.

Thawing: Put them in the fridge or on the counter for 30 minutes. Once they’ve thawed completely, serve them.

• Always microwave chocolate in short 30-second bursts and stir well to avoid scorching.
• Put a drop of candy melt on the bottom of the marshmallows so that they stay in place.
• Let the brownies cool completely before you cut them. Otherwise, they will start to fall apart and get gooey.
• Don’t overcook the brownies or else they will be too dry. Follow the same instructions as given on the pack.
• Stick the candy eyes quickly. If the coating is not warm enough, the candy eyes will fall off quickly.
• Place the tray in the fridge for 10–15 minutes if you want the coating to harden quickly.

One pack of brownie mix will yield approximately 16 brownies. If you want to make smaller brownies, you can get 20 brownies.

An overcooked brownie will be dry and hard. Make sure you take them out of the oven once they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Yes, you can use white chocolate from your favourite brand, or white chocolate chips. They will give you the same ghost shape for your Halloween brownies.

Yes! Bake and cool the brownies a day in advance, then decorate with marshmallows and chocolate the day you plan to serve for the freshest look.

Mini chocolate chips or black icing work great as ghost faces if you don’t have candy eyes.

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