Mummy Brownies Halloween Dessert Recipe

So you’re craving something sweet, spooky, and ridiculously fun, but you don’t want to spend all day in the kitchen? Same. Enter these mummy brownies—chocolatey, gooey, and wrapped up in a cute Halloween vibe. They’re basically dessert and decoration rolled into one. Genius, right?

Why This Recipe is Awesome

Why are these mummy brownies basically the MVP of Halloween desserts? Glad you asked.

• Cute factor: Look at them! Little chocolate mummies staring back at you.
• Easy peasy: Even if you burn water, you can make these. Trust me.
• Crowd pleaser: Kids, adults, coworkers—everyone goes nuts for spooky brownies.
• Flexible AF: Gluten-free, vegan, you name it—you can tweak it.

Basically, you get to be a little creative, eat chocolate, and pretend you’re a dessert wizard. Win-win-win.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Grab these before your sugar cravings hit full force:

• 1 box brownie mix (or homemade brownie batter if you’re fancy)
• Eggs, oil, and water (as per your brownie mix instructions)
• White chocolate or candy melts – for mummy bandages
• Mini candy eyes – because no mummy is complete without eyes
• Optional: sprinkles or colored sugar for extra pizzazz

That’s it. Simple, right? Fewer ingredients = fewer chances to mess up.

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Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep the brownies: Preheat your oven according to the brownie mix instructions. Grease a baking pan and pour in the batter.
2. Bake: Follow the box (or recipe) directions. Let them cool completely before moving on. Nobody likes a melty mummy.
3. Melt the chocolate: Pop the white chocolate or candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
4. Pipe the mummy wrap: Transfer melted chocolate into a piping bag (or a zip-top bag with a corner snipped off). Zigzag lines across each brownie square to look like mummy bandages. Pro tip: Messy lines = character.
5. Add eyes: Gently press two mini candy eyes onto each mummy while the chocolate is still soft. Instant personality boost.
6. Chill & serve: Pop the brownies in the fridge for 10–15 mins to set the chocolate, then dig in—or snap pics first, for Instagram, obviously.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Skipping the cool-down: Hot brownies + candy melts = chocolate disaster.
• Over-piping the bandages: It’s a mummy, not a barcode. Messy is fine.
• Eye placement fails: Uneven eyes = unexpected horror movie vibes. Cute horror, maybe.
• Underbaking: Soggy brownies are sad brownies. Don’t do it.

Alternatives & Substitutions

• No candy eyes? Use chocolate chips, raisins, or draw them with a bit of melted dark chocolate.
• Gluten-free brownies? Totally doable—plenty of boxed mixes or homemade recipes work.
• Vegan twist: Use dairy-free chocolate and a vegan brownie mix. No one needs to know.
• More spooky fun: Drizzle some dark chocolate “ooze” for a haunted vibe.

FAQs

Can I make these from scratch instead of a mix?

Absolutely! Go full-on chef mode. But TBH, the boxed route is faster and almost as tasty.

What if I don’t have a piping bag?

Zip-top bag, corner snipped off, and you’re basically a pro. No fancy tools needed.

Can I store them overnight?

Yep! Keep in an airtight container at room temp for 1–2 days or in the fridge for up to a week.

Can I freeze them?

Sure! Wrap in plastic and foil, then defrost at room temp before serving. Mummies survive the cold.

Do the eyes stay on?

If the chocolate sets properly, they stick perfectly. Otherwise, a dab of frosting works as glue.

Can I make mini mummy brownies?

100%! Cut them into bite-sized squares or use a mini muffin pan. Tiny mummies = instant cuteness overload.

Final Thoughts

There you have it—mummy brownies that are adorable, spooky, and chocolate-packed. Quick, easy, and totally foolproof, they’re your new Halloween hero. Now grab your oven mitts, put on your silliest costume (or not), and make some brownies that even your inner kid will fangirl over