Halloween is the perfect excuse to turn simple desserts into spooky, festive fun. These Spooky Mummy Brownies are rich, fudgy, and decorated with white chocolate bandages and candy eyes. They are easy to make and guaranteed to bring smiles to your Halloween table.
Why You’ll Love This Spooky Mummy Brownies Recipe
These brownies are more than just cute, they are irresistibly delicious. You will love making them because:
- ⏱️ Quick and simple with just a few ingredients
- 🍫 Fudgy, rich, and perfectly chocolaty
- 🎃 Fun to decorate with kids for Halloween
- 👩👩👧👦 Family friendly and party ready
- 🔄 Versatile with endless decorating options
Spooky Mummy Brownies Ingredients and Substitutions
- Brownie Mix or Homemade Brownies: Use your favorite boxed mix or a homemade recipe. Gluten free mix works too.
- White Chocolate or Candy Melts: For the mummy bandages. Almond bark or vanilla frosting can be used instead.
- Candy Eyes: A must for the spooky mummy look. Mini chocolate chips can be used if you do not have candy eyes.
- Vegetable Oil, Eggs, and Water: If using a boxed brownie mix.
- Optional: Food coloring for tinted bandages or sprinkles for extra fun.
How to Make Spooky Mummy Brownies
- Preheat oven and prepare brownies according to box or recipe directions.
- Bake in a greased 9×13 pan until set and fudgy. Let cool completely.
- Cut brownies into squares or rectangles.
- Melt white chocolate or candy melts until smooth.
- Drizzle or pipe the chocolate over each brownie in crisscross lines to look like mummy bandages.
- Press candy eyes into place before the chocolate sets.
- Allow to cool and harden before serving.
Tips for Success
- Let brownies cool fully before decorating to prevent melting the chocolate.
- Use a piping bag or a zip top bag with the corner snipped for neat bandages.
- Do not overbake the brownies, slightly fudgy is best.
- Add a drop of melted chocolate under each candy eye to help it stick.
Variations of Spooky Mummy Brownies
- Gluten Free Mummies: Use a gluten free brownie mix.
- Colorful Mummies: Tint white chocolate with food coloring for fun colors.
- Peanut Butter Mummies: Drizzle with melted peanut butter chips for a nutty twist.
- Extra Spooky: Use red gel icing for a “bloody” effect around the eyes.
Serving Suggestions: What to Pair with Spooky Mummy Brownies
- Serve with a glass of cold milk or hot cocoa.
- Pair with popcorn and candy corn for a festive snack spread.
- Add to a Halloween dessert table with cookies and cupcakes.
Storage and Reheating Instructions
- Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Refrigerator: Keep for up to 1 week.
- Freezer: Wrap brownies individually and freeze up to 2 months. Thaw before serving.
- Reheating: Microwave for a few seconds to warm, though best enjoyed at room temperature.
Memories Made Around the Table
When I was little, Halloween treats were the highlight of the season. Now, making these brownies with my own family feels just as magical. Watching kids decorate their own mummy brownies always brings laughter and sticky fingers to the kitchen.
FAQs
Can I make Spooky Mummy Brownies ahead of time?
Yes, bake the brownies a day before and decorate closer to serving time for the freshest look.
What is the best way to melt the chocolate for mummy bandages?
Melt slowly in the microwave in 20 second bursts, stirring often, or use a double boiler for smooth results.
Can I make Spooky Mummy Brownies healthier or gluten free?
Absolutely. Use a gluten free brownie mix or swap with a lower sugar version of brownies.
Final Thoughts and Printable Recipe
Spooky Mummy Brownies are the perfect combination of rich chocolate and playful Halloween fun. They are quick to make, easy to decorate, and a guaranteed party hit. Try them this Halloween and do not forget to share, pin, or save the recipe for your next spooky celebration.
Spooky Mummy Brownies
Equipment
- 9×13 Baking Pan
- Mixing Bowl
- Spatula
- Microwave or Double Boiler
- Piping Bag or Zip-top Bag
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 box brownie mix or homemade brownie batter
- 2 eggs if using boxed mix
- ½ cup vegetable oil if using boxed mix
- ¼ cup water if using boxed mix
- 1 cup white chocolate chips or candy melts for bandages; almond bark or vanilla frosting can be used instead
- 24 candy eyes 2 per brownie
- optional food coloring or sprinkles for colorful mummies or extra decoration
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare brownies according to package or homemade recipe directions. Grease a 9×13 baking pan.
- Bake until set and slightly fudgy. Allow brownies to cool completely before decorating.
- Cut cooled brownies into squares or rectangles.
- Melt white chocolate or candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second bursts or use a double boiler until smooth.
- Transfer melted chocolate to a piping bag or zip-top bag and drizzle in crisscross lines over each brownie to resemble mummy bandages.
- Press candy eyes gently into place while chocolate is still soft.
- Let decorated brownies cool and set before serving or storing.