Best 2 Brownie Spiders Recipes

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Calling all chocolate lovers! These easy-to-make Chocolate Brownie Spiders are the perfect Halloween treat. Featuring a rich brownie base, creamy frosting, and adorable spider decorations, these cupcakes are sure to be a hit at your next party. The recipe includes variations for chocolate ganache or peanut butter cups, making them customizable to your liking. Not only are they visually appealing, but they're also incredibly delicious. The moist and fudgy brownie base pairs perfectly with the velvety frosting, creating a delightful combination that will satisfy your sweet tooth. Best of all, they are relatively easy to make, requiring only simple ingredients and basic baking skills. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's bake up a batch of these spooky treats!

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

BROWNIE SPIDERWEB



Brownie Spiderweb image

Fudge brownie mix and ready-to- spread vanilla frosting come together in these creative brownies - a perfect dessert treat on the occasion of Halloween.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 box (1 lb. 3.5 oz.) fudge brownie mix
Water, vegetable oil and eggs called for on brownie mix box
1 container (1 lb) vanilla creamy ready-to- spread frosting
1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 large black gumdrop

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Line 12-inch pizza pan with foil; grease foil with shortening. Make brownie mix as directed on box, using water, oil and eggs. Spread batter in pan.
  • Bake 26 to 30 minutes or until toothpick comes out almost clean. DO NOT OVERBAKE. Cool completely on cooling rack, about 1 hour.
  • Frost brownie with vanilla frosting. Place chocolate chips in small resealable food-storage plastic bag. Place in bowl of very hot water; let stand until chips are melted. Cut off tiny corner of bag. To make spiderweb, pipe melted chocolate on frosting in spiral pattern, starting at center and keeping lines about 3/4 inch apart. Using toothpick or knife, draw lines outward through frosting, starting at center of brownie.
  • Cut gumdrop crosswise into thirds. Place small rounded end, rounded side up, on brownie for spider body. Cut 4 thin strips from each remaining gumdrop slice for legs; place on each side of spider body.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 70 mg, Sugar 17 g

SPIDERWEB BROWNIES



Spiderweb Brownies image

To decorate these moist brownies for Halloween, I drizzle a chocolate spiderweb on their white icing. They're so delicious and chocolaty...you'll find yourself making them for gatherings throughout the year. -Sandy Pichon, Slidell, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup butter, cubed
4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
2 cups sugar
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme
1 ounce semisweet chocolate

Steps:

  • In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt butter and unsweetened chocolate; stir until smooth. Remove from the heat; stir in sugar. Cool for 10 minutes. Whisk in eggs and vanilla. Stir in flour and nuts. Pour into a greased foil-lined 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. , Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean (do not overbake). Immediately drop marshmallow cream by spoonfuls over hot brownies; spread evenly. Cool on a wire rack. , Lift out of the pan; remove foil. For web decoration, melt semisweet chocolate in a microwave; stir until smooth. Transfer to a small resealable plastic bag. Cut a small hole in one corner of the bag; drizzle chocolate over top in a spiderweb design. Let set before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate. The better the chocolate, the better the brownies will taste. Look for chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 70%.
  • Do not overmix the batter. Overmixing will result in tough, dry brownies. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the brownies in a preheated oven. This will help ensure that they rise evenly.
  • Do not overbake the brownies. Overbaking will result in dry, crumbly brownies. Bake just until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached.
  • Let the brownies cool completely before frosting them. This will help prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Be creative with your decorations. You can use candy, sprinkles, or even edible glitter to decorate your brownies.

Conclusion:

Brownies are a delicious and versatile dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, or simply as a sweet treat. With so many different variations to choose from, there is sure to be a brownie recipe that everyone will love.

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