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Halloween Peanut Butter Brownies with Eyeballs

Spooky Halloween Peanut Butter Brownies with Eyeballs Delight

Enjoy these Halloween Peanut Butter Brownies with Eyeballs, a fun and quick dessert perfect for Halloween celebrations.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 squares
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownie Batter
  • 1 box Fudge Brownie Mix Substitution Note: Use gluten-free brownie mix to make it gluten-free.
  • 2 large Eggs Essential for binding the brownie batter.
  • 1/4 cup Water or Milk Milk adds moisture and flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Contributes to richness and moistness.
For the Ganache and Decoration
  • 1 cup Black Melting Wafers Perfect for decoration and rich flavor.
  • 1 cup Orange Melting Wafers Brings vibrant color to ganache.
  • 1 cup White Melting Wafers Adjust according to desired color scheme.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Makes the ganache silky and pourable.
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Reese’s Pieces Adds color and crunch.
  • 1 cup Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups Minis Provides added peanut butter goodness.
  • 1/2 cup Reese’s Peanut Butter Chips Enhances overall peanut flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Orange Sanding Sugar For a sparkling effect; any color works.
  • 1 cup Candy Eyeballs A festive touch and fun decoration.

Equipment

  • 9x13 baking pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula
  • Saucepan
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13 baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the fudge brownie mix with large eggs, water (or milk), and vegetable oil. Mix gently until just combined.
  3. Pour the brownie batter into your prepared baking pan and bake for 20 to 25 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack.
  4. In a saucepan, heat heavy whipping cream until it bubbles. Pour over black, orange, and white melting wafers in a bowl and stir until smooth.
  5. Drizzle the ganache over the cooled brownies in fun patterns.
  6. Scatter Reese’s Pieces, peanut butter chips, and candy eyeballs over the top. Sprinkle with orange sanding sugar.
  7. Slice into squares and serve at your Halloween gatherings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing to keep brownies fudgy. Cool completely before adding ganache and toppings.

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