Description
These Spider Web Halloween Brownies are a deliciously fudgy treat perfect for spooky celebrations. Made with rich cocoa and topped with a delicate white chocolate spider web design, they combine classic brownie decadence with festive flair. Easy to prepare and customizable for dietary preferences, these brownies are sure to impress at any Halloween party.
Ingredients
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Brownie Batter
- 1/2 cup melted butter (or coconut oil for dairy-free)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour for gluten-free version)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/3 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Decoration
- 1/4 cup white chocolate or vanilla icing
- 1-2 drops black food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the brownies.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Then add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly until fully incorporated.
- Add dry ingredients: Sift in the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder to the wet mixture. Stir gently but thoroughly until just combined. If using, fold in the chocolate chips to add extra bursts of chocolate.
- Bake the brownies: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool completely: Remove the brownies from the oven and let them cool fully in the pan to set properly before decorating.
- Create the spider web decoration: Melt the white chocolate or vanilla icing and transfer it to a piping bag or a squeeze bottle. Beginning at the center of the brownies, pipe thin concentric circles outward. Use a toothpick to drag lines from the center out to the edges of the pan, creating a spider web effect. Optionally, add 1-2 drops of black food coloring to any remaining icing for added contrast or detail.
- Serve: Once decorated, cut the brownies into 9 equal squares and serve your spooky, festive treats at your Halloween gathering!
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, substitute the butter with coconut oil.
- To make the brownies gluten-free, use gluten-free all-purpose flour.
- Chocolate chips are optional but add richness and texture to the brownies.
- Allow the brownies to cool completely before decorating to prevent the white chocolate from melting or running.
- Use parchment paper for easy removal and cleaner edges.
