Ghost Brownies with Marshmallow Topping

⏱️ Time Breakdown

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Servings: 12 brownies

📝 Ingredients List

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/3 cup cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 12 large marshmallows
• Black icing gel or melted dark chocolate (for ghost faces)

✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.

• 8×8 inch square baking pan
• Mixing bowls
• Whisk or wooden spoon
• Measuring cups & spoons
• Parchment paper
• Small piping bag or toothpick (for ghost faces)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking pan with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter and sugar until smooth 🥣.
3. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, beating until the mixture is light and airy.
4. Gently fold in the cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder until just combined.
5. Pour the batter into your prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
6. Remove the brownies from the oven and carefully place the marshmallows on top. Return to the oven for 2 minutes so they puff up and look like little ghosts 👻.
7. Once cool, use black icing to draw spooky faces on each marshmallow ghost!

💡 Pro Tips Section

• Storage: Keep these in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to keep them soft.
• Substitutions: If you prefer a nuttier flavor, add a handful of chopped walnuts to the brownie batter before baking.
• Perfect Cutting: For clean edges, let the brownies cool completely before cutting them into squares.

Variations

• Peppermint Twist: Add 1/2 teaspoon of peppermint extract to the batter for a festive holiday flavor.
• Double Chocolate: Mix in a half cup of chocolate chips for extra indulgence.

FAQ

Can I use a boxed mix instead? Yes, absolutely! You can follow the box instructions and simply add the marshmallow step at the end.

How do I get the ghosts to stay upright? Make sure you place them on the brownies while they are still warm so the marshmallow base softens and “sticks” to the brownie surface.