Introduction

Halloween Brookies combine the rich, fudgy texture of brownies with the sweet crunch of sugar cookies and festive Halloween M&M’s. This easy treat is perfect for seasonal parties or a fun family bake. Let’s make a delicious batch that’s as spooky as it is sweet!

A glass baking dish holds a single-layer dark chocolate brownie with a cracked, glossy surface. Evenly spaced across the top are round sugar cookie pieces decorated with a ghost design in white, blue, and orange colors. Scattered between the cookie pieces are colorful candy-coated chocolate pieces in red, purple, green, and orange. The dish is set on a white marbled surface with scattered colorful candies and a cloth with candy corn prints around it. The overall look is festive and playful. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 box store-bought brownie mix
1 package Pillsbury ghost-shaped sugar cookie dough
1 package Halloween M&M’s

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350 ℉ (175 ℃) and grease a 9 x 13-inch baking pan.
Step 2: Prepare the brownie mix according to the package instructions.
Step 3: Stir ¼ cup of Halloween M&M’s into the brownie batter.
Step 4: Pour and spread the brownie batter evenly into the greased baking pan.
Step 5: Sprinkle additional Halloween M&M’s evenly over the top of the batter.
Step 6: Place about 15 pieces of ghost-shaped sugar cookie dough on top of the brownies, spacing them out evenly.
Step 7: Bake for 28–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs and the edges look slightly crispy.
Step 8: Let cool before cutting into squares and serving.

Tips & Variations

Use festive candy like candy corn or themed sprinkles as a substitute for Halloween M&M’s.
For extra gooey brookies, slightly underbake by a couple of minutes but keep an eye on the edges.
Try adding chopped nuts to the brownie batter for extra texture.

Storage

Store brookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer freshness, refrigerate for up to a week. Reheat briefly in the microwave for about 10 seconds to soften before serving.

How to Serve

A single square piece of dark brown, cracked chocolate brownie with a cream-colored section on top featuring a colorful ghost design in purple and orange sits directly on a dark surface. Around the brownie piece are scattered candy corn with bright yellow, orange, white, and some dipped in chocolate brown tips, small round green and purple candy pieces, and pumpkin-shaped orange candies with green tops. The surface is a dark slate-like texture contrasting with the vivid colors of the candy and the rich dark brownie. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use homemade brownie batter and cookie dough instead of store-bought?

Yes, homemade recipes work great for this treat. Just prepare each batter or dough as your recipe directs and follow the assembly and baking steps as usual.

What if I don’t have a 9 x 13-inch pan?

You can use a similar-sized baking pan; just keep an eye on the baking time as it may vary slightly depending on the pan’s depth and material.

Halloween Brookies Recipe

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These Halloween Brookies combine the rich, fudgy texture of brownies with the sweet, buttery delight of ghost-shaped sugar cookies and festive Halloween M&M’s, perfect for a spooky treat that’s easy to make and fun to share.

Author: Daniel
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 28-30 minutes
Total Time: 38-40 minutes
Yield: 12–15 servings 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Brownie Mix

1 box store-bought brownie mix
Ingredients needed to prepare brownie mix as per package (usually eggs, oil, and water)
¼ cup Halloween M&M’s

Toppings

1 package Pillsbury ghost-shaped sugar cookie dough
Additional Halloween M&M’s for sprinkling

Instructions

Preheat: Preheat your oven to 350 ℉ (175 ℃) to ensure an even baking temperature.
Prepare Brownie Batter: Make the brownie mix according to the package instructions, typically combining the mix with specified eggs, oil, and water until smooth.
Add Mix-ins: Fold ¼ cup of Halloween M&M’s into the prepared brownie batter to add bursts of candy flavor throughout.
Spread Batter: Pour the brownie batter evenly into a greased 9 x 13 inch baking pan, smoothing the surface for uniform thickness.
Add Toppings: Evenly sprinkle additional Halloween M&M’s on top of the batter, then place 15 pieces of the ghost-shaped sugar cookie dough evenly over the batter surface.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 28 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs and the edges appear slightly crispy.
Cool and Serve: Let the brookies cool somewhat in the pan before slicing into squares and serving to enjoy the delightful combination of brownie and cookie textures.

Notes

Ensure the baking pan is well-greased to prevent sticking.
Adjust baking time slightly if using a different size pan to avoid under- or over-baking.
For extra festive touch, consider adding Halloween-themed sprinkles along with M&M’s.
Let brookies cool before cutting to maintain shape and texture.

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