Spooky Mummy Brownies

Spooky mummy brownies are a fun and festive Halloween treat that’s as easy to make as it is adorable. I start with rich, fudgy brownies and decorate them with white chocolate “bandages” and candy eyes to turn them into spooky little mummies — perfect for parties or Halloween night!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

I love how these brownies are simple but still bring all the Halloween charm. They’re chewy, chocolatey, and super customizable. Whether I make the brownies from scratch or use a box mix, decorating them like mummies instantly makes them party-ready and kid-approved.

Ingredients

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• Brownies (homemade or boxed, baked and cooled)

• White chocolate chips or white candy melts

• Candy eyes

• Optional: vegetable oil or coconut oil (to help melt the chocolate)

Directions

1. I bake a batch of brownies in a square pan and let them cool completely.

2. I cut the brownies into rectangles or squares, depending on how many mummies I want.

3. I melt the white chocolate chips with a bit of oil until smooth.

4. Using a piping bag, zip-top bag, or spoon, I drizzle the melted white chocolate over the brownies in random lines to look like mummy bandages.

5. Before the chocolate sets, I press two candy eyes onto each brownie.

6. I let the chocolate harden at room temperature or in the fridge before serving.

Servings and timing

This recipe makes 12–16 mummy brownies, depending on how large I cut them. It takes about 10 minutes to decorate once the brownies are baked and cooled.

Variations

Sometimes I use dark chocolate brownies with a peppermint swirl or add Halloween sprinkles underneath the white drizzle. I’ve also used cream cheese frosting instead of melted chocolate when I want a softer mummy “wrap.” For a gluten-free version, I use my favorite GF brownie base.

Storage/reheating

I store the brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. They can also be refrigerated, but I bring them to room temp before serving. I don’t reheat them — the decorations are best kept cool and set.

FAQs

Can I use store-bought brownies?

Yes. I’ve used bakery brownies when I’m short on time and just decorate them myself — it works perfectly.

What’s the best way to drizzle the chocolate?

I use a piping bag or cut a small tip off a zip-top bag. A fork or spoon also works for a more rustic mummy look.

Can I make these in advance?

Absolutely. I make and decorate them the day before and store them in a cool place.

What can I use instead of candy eyes?

I use small dots of melted chocolate or mini chocolate chips if I don’t have candy eyes on hand.

Can kids help decorate?

Definitely. This is one of those fun, mess-friendly projects I love doing with kids — they can drizzle, press eyes, and get creative.

Conclusion

Spooky mummy brownies are a delicious and playful way to celebrate Halloween. With their gooey chocolate base and silly mummy design, they’re always a hit — and they prove that even simple treats can be monstrously fun.

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