Ghost Marshmallow Brownies are a hauntingly delicious treat that adds a spooky twist to classic brownies. Perfect for Halloween parties or themed gatherings, these decadent brownies are topped with fluffy, gooey marshmallows shaped like ghosts for a playful, creepy effect. The combination of fudgy, chocolatey brownies with the light, pillowy marshmallows creates a delightful contrast in texture and flavor, making them a fun and tasty dessert for all ages.
To make these brownies, start with a rich, moist brownie base that is dense and chocolatey. The brownie batter is simple to prepare and bakes into the perfect fudgy texture. Once the brownies are cool, large marshmallows are placed on top, then carefully shaped and decorated to resemble little ghostly figures. You can use an edible marker or melted chocolate to draw eyes and mouths, bringing the ghostly faces to life and giving your brownies that extra spooky touch.
The key to these brownies is their delightful combination of textures. The marshmallows provide a soft, sweet contrast to the dense, fudgy brownies beneath. When you bite into the brownie, the marshmallow ghosts slightly melt into the rich chocolate, adding an extra layer of sweetness and creating a deliciously gooey experience.
Not only are Ghost Marshmallow Brownies fun to look at, but they’re also incredibly easy to make. Whether you’re baking with kids, looking for a quick Halloween treat, or planning a party dessert, these brownies are a crowd-pleaser. You can even customize them by adding sprinkles, chocolate chips, or drizzles of caramel or ganache for an extra indulgent touch.
These spooky, sweet brownies are sure to make your Halloween celebrations even sweeter. Whether you’re serving them at a party, taking them to a potluck, or enjoying them with family, Ghost Marshmallow Brownies are a delightful, playful treat that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter melted
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 12 large marshmallows
- 1 tube black icing gel for decorating
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix together the melted butter and sugar until well combined.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the brownies from the oven and immediately place a marshmallow on top of each brownie. Allow them to cool completely.
- Once cooled, use the black icing gel to draw ghost faces on the marshmallows.
- Serve and enjoy your ghost marshmallow brownies!
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Yummy! 😋 Can’t wait for Halloween to make again!
These brownies are spooktacular! The marshmallows really make it fun for my kids.
Wow, my guests loved these! The chocolate flavor is intense, and the ghosts are cute!
Wow so good!! I might make them for Thanksgiving. Brownies and marshmallows are the best combo.
These were a hit at the Halloween party! Everyone loved them. 🎃
Not the best I’ve tried, and they turned out too gooey. I think I baked them too long?
Too much sugar! I felt like I was eating pure candy. Not my fav, but the kids liked them, I guess.
Yeah, I get what you mean! I thought they were super sweet too. But I guess kids love that! Maybe I’ll cut down on sugar next time.
These tasted funny… maybe too much sugar?? idk.
Wow, these brownies are amazing! So fudgy and yummy! Will make again!
Booooo! Should have added more cocoa. Little weak on flavor honestly.
SO GOOD!!! Im not even a dessert person but these changed my life! 😍
Ghosts don’t really look like this. Should be purple not black lol. Still tasted okay tho.
I don’t understand why marshmallows on brownies? Sounds gross.
I think marshmallows add a fun texture! It’s like a surprise in every bite. Give it a try!
I didn’t have black icing, so I used chocolate syrup. Still turned out awosme!!
So good! But way too much sugar. I felt like my teeth were gonna fall out! 🍭
I tried to make these, but my marshmallows burned 😭. What’s a girl to do?
I followed the instructions but my marshmallows melted into goo! What did I do wrong? Maybe less time in the oven?
Maybe you left them in too long or the oven was too hot? Try lowering the temp next time!
Yummy ghosts! My kids loved decorating them, although they made a mess. 😂
Sounds so fun! Can’t wait to try this with my kids! 😂
Messy or not, brownies are always a win! But can you really call marshmellows ghosts? 🤔
The marshmallows didn’t melt like I thought they would. What’s the secret? 🤔
Why you putting black icing on marshmallows? That sounds weird. 🤨
I actually think the black icing is a cool touch! It adds some fun to the brownies. Can’t wait to try it! 🎃
I made this for my niece’s party & it was a disaster! They stuck to the pan, and the icing was messy. Boo!
Brownies + marshmallows = LIFE. I added some nuts too, delish!!
Love this recipe! It’s a fun twist on regular brownies for Halloween. I added some chocolate chunks too!
Sounds awesome! I love adding my own twist to recipes too. Gotta try those chocolate chunks next time!
Yummy! My kids had a blast decorating these with the icing. Easy to make too. Will definitely make again.
These brownies were a hit at the Halloween party! Everyone loved the ghostly marshmallows. Spooky and delicious!
Sounds awesome! I gotta try this for my party too. Those ghost marshmallows are super cute! 🎃
Brownies are just fudge that takes more time. I’m skeptical of this recipe. Can’t be that simple.
I think the simplicity is the beauty of this recipe! Sometimes less is more. I’m gonna give it a try!
Fudge is way different! Brownies are just denser. But sure, I’m curious about these marshmallow toppings!
Yummy!!! Even my husband ate them and he is picky.
Soooooo easy to make! I’ll definitely recommend this. 🎃
Looks awesome, but why use marshmallows? Seems like a weird combo with brownies 🤔.
I made these for a Halloween party and they were a hit! 🎉 So delicious and super fun to decorate!
This recipe is wack. My brownies came out dry, even after checking the time.
Kinda basic. Just brownies with marshmallow, but they looked cute I suppose.
These are super cute! Perfect for Halloween. My kids loved them!!
I substituted the butter for oil and it turned out great! Still rich and chocolaty.
Weird combo but eh, they were okay. Not bad.
Not sure about the black icing… it freaked my kids out 😬.