Spooky Eyeball Fudge Brownies Recipe
Delightfully spooky and delicious, these Spooky Eyeball Fudge Brownies combine rich, moist fudge brownies with a luscious chocolate fudge topping, finished with playful candy eyeballs for a perfect Halloween treat. Easy to prepare and perfect for parties or festive gatherings, these brownies are a fun twist on classic homemade fudge brownies.
- Author: Bella
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 55 minutes
- Yield: 16 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Brownie Base
- 1 box fudge brownie mix
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/3 cup oil
- 1 egg
Chocolate Fudge Topping
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon chocolate extract
Decoration
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the brownies.
- Mix Brownie Batter: In a mixing bowl, combine the fudge brownie mix, water, oil, and egg. Stir thoroughly until the batter is smooth and well combined.
- Prepare Baking Pan: Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with foil or parchment paper for easy removal and cleanup.
- Bake Brownies: Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and bake in the preheated oven for about 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool Brownies: Remove brownies from the oven and let them cool completely in the pan to set properly before topping.
- Prepare Double Boiler: Fill a small pot with about 2 inches of water and bring it to a boil on the stovetop. Place a metal or glass bowl on top of the pot, ensuring the bowl does not touch the water.
- Melt Chocolate Fudge: Add the semi-sweet chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk to the bowl. Stir continuously until the mixture melts completely and reaches a smooth consistency. Stir in the chocolate extract to enhance flavor.
- Top Brownies: Pour the melted chocolate fudge evenly over the cooled brownies in the pan, spreading it smoothly.
- Decorate: Immediately decorate the fudge topping by placing candy eyeballs on top to create a fun, spooky effect.
- Set Fudge: Allow the fudge to cool and set for at least 2 to 3 hours before slicing to ensure clean cuts and the best texture.
Notes
- For easy removal, use foil or parchment paper with overhang to lift the brownies out of the pan.
- Make sure the brownie base is completely cooled before pouring on the fudge topping to prevent it from melting and running.
- You can substitute candy eyeballs with other Halloween-themed candies as preferred.
- If you don’t have chocolate extract, vanilla extract can be used as an alternative.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerated for up to 5 days.
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