Jack-O’-Lantern Brownies
These festive Jack-O’-Lantern Brownies are the perfect spooky-sweet treat for your Halloween party — fudgy, chocolatey, and decorated with fun pumpkin faces!
🕒 Prep Time: 15 min | Cook Time: 25 min | Total Time: 40 min
Ingredients:
- 1 box brownie mix (plus ingredients listed on package: eggs, oil, water)
- 1 cup orange candy melts (or orange frosting)
- ½ cup chocolate chips, melted (for piping faces)
- 12–15 large marshmallows (optional for extra pumpkin “pop”)
- Green M&Ms or candy-coated chocolates (for pumpkin stems)
- Parchment paper
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Bake the brownies 🟤
Prepare the brownie mix according to the package instructions. Bake in a parchment-lined 9×13 pan until fudgy and set. Let cool completely before decorating. - Cut into pumpkin shapes 🎃
Use a round cookie cutter (or the rim of a glass) to cut the cooled brownies into circles. These will form your pumpkin base. - Frost with orange magic ✨
Melt orange candy melts in the microwave (30-second intervals, stirring between). Spread or drizzle over each brownie circle for a vibrant pumpkin look. - Add the pumpkin faces
Transfer melted chocolate chips into a piping bag or zip-top bag with a tiny corner cut. Draw fun Jack-O’-Lantern faces: triangles for eyes, zigzag mouths, or even goofy smiles! - Finish with stems
Press a green M&M or candy on top of each brownie to mimic a pumpkin stem. If using marshmallows, place one on top before frosting to create a 3D pumpkin effect.
Pro Tips
- Store decorated brownies in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Use white chocolate dyed with orange food coloring if candy melts aren’t available.
- For variety, try different Jack-O’-Lantern expressions — scary, silly, or surprised!
Nutrition Info
| Serving Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber | Sugar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 brownie | 320 | 4g | 42g | 15g | 2g | 30g |
Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimated using online tools and may vary based on ingredients and preparation. Please consult a nutritionist for precise dietary advice.