Halloween Brownie Recipe
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Halloween Brownie Recipe
Description
This recipe starts by preparing a boxed brownie mix with the addition of vanilla extract and instant espresso powder, which amplifies the chocolate flavor subtly. Mini chocolate chips folded into the batter provide occasional bursts of melty chocolate. After baking according to package directions, cooled brownies are drizzled with warmed cookie icing for sweetness and a decorative touch.
Sprinkles are added before the icing fully sets, creating an appealing texture and appearance that fits with Halloween festivities. The balance of rich chocolate, gentle espresso undertones, and colorful topping make these brownies appropriate for holiday parties or treat trays.
Ingredients
- 1 box brownie mix , baked
- Ingredients listed to make fudge brownies
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon instant espresso
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup cookie icing
- Sprinkles favorite
Instructions
- Prepare the brownie batter according to the box directions, but add the vanilla extract and 1 teaspoon of instant espresso powder dissolved in the wet ingredients. To do this, I generally just add it straight to the water before adding to the batter. Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
- Bake the brownies according to the package directions.
- When the brownies are cooled, drizzle with slightly warm cookie icing.
- While tacky, sprinkle them with your favorite sprinkles and allow to set before cutting.
- If you've tried this recipe, let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 18Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 321 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 321kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 89mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 16mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 25IU | 1% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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