Description
These Halloween Brownie Cupcakes are a fun and spooky treat perfect for your Halloween party! With their fudgy brownie base and festive decorations like candy eyes, sprinkles, and candy corn, these cupcakes are easy to make and customize. Perfect for adding a touch of Halloween magic to your dessert table.
Ingredients
1 box brownie mix (plus ingredients required for baking, usually eggs, oil, and water)
12 cupcake liners
Optional Frosting:
1 cup butter, softened
3 cups powdered sugar
2 tbsp cocoa powder
2–3 tbsp milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
For Decoration:
Halloween sprinkles
Candy eyes
Candy corn
Mini marshmallows
Orange and black frosting (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with 12 cupcake liners.
- Prepare Brownie Cupcakes: Prepare brownie batter according to package instructions. Spoon the batter into the lined cupcake tin, filling each liner about ¾ full. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs. Let the cupcakes cool completely.
- Make Frosting (Optional): In a bowl, beat softened butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar, cocoa powder, milk, and vanilla extract. Beat until light and fluffy. Adjust consistency with more milk if needed.
- Decorate Cupcakes: Once cupcakes are cool, spread or pipe frosting on top. Decorate with Halloween sprinkles, candy eyes, candy corn, or your favorite spooky toppings.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve at your Halloween celebration and enjoy!
Notes
For a creative twist, swirl orange and black frosting together for a marbled look.
Store cupcakes in an airtight container for 2 days at room temperature or in the fridge for longer freshness.
You can use homemade brownie batter if preferred.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 cupcakes
- Calories: 350 kcal
Keywords: Halloween brownie cupcakes, Halloween desserts, spooky cupcakes, easy Halloween recipe, brownie cupcakes, festive Halloween treats, Halloween party dessert, fun Halloween recipe