Description
Pastel Halloween Bat Wing Brownies are a whimsical treat that combines rich chocolate flavor with enchanting pastel swirls, making them perfect for any Halloween celebration. These fudgy brownies not only tantalize your taste buds but also add a vibrant touch to your dessert table, delighting both kids and adults alike. Easy to make and visually stunning, they are sure to be the highlight of your spooky festivities.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- Food coloring (variety of pastel shades)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Remove from heat and whisk in cocoa powder and sugar until well combined.
- Allow the mixture to cool slightly before adding eggs one at a time, whisking until smooth.
- Gently fold in flour until just combined—do not overmix.
- Divide batter into two bowls, add food coloring to each, then swirl them together in the baking pan for a bat-wing effect.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added fun, swap out pastel food coloring for seasonal shades or top with candy corn or chocolate sprinkles for extra flair. Ensure brownies cool completely before cutting for neat squares.