Name: Mummy Brownies for Halloween Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 16 brownie pieces (square or round), baked and cooled completely; 8 oz cream cheese, at room temperature (1 bar); 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature (1/2 cup or 1 stick); 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 cup confectioners sugar; 1 pack candy eye balls

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Introduction

Get ready for Halloween with these fun and festive Mummy Brownies. Creamy, sweet cream cheese icing is piped in zig-zag patterns over moist brownies, topped with googly candy eyes to create an adorable mummy look. They’re perfect for spooky celebrations or a delightful treat any time.

Three square brownies sit on a dark slate board over a white marbled textured surface. Each brownie has a layer of thick, creamy white icing drizzled in uneven horizontal lines resembling mummy wrappings. Two large round white candy eyes with black centers are placed near the top of each brownie, giving them a playful look. Around the slate board, there are small black plastic spiders adding a spooky theme. The brownies have a rich, dark brown color with a slightly rough texture visible beneath the smooth icing. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

8 oz cream cheese, at room temperature (1 bar)
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature (1/2 cup or 1 stick)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup confectioners sugar
16 brownie pieces (square or round)
1 pack candy eyeballs

Instructions

Step 1: Bake your favorite brownies according to your preferred recipe or package instructions. Allow them to cool completely before decorating. You can prepare them 1-2 days in advance and store them at room temperature.
Step 2: For the cream cheese icing, ensure the cream cheese and butter are at room temperature for smooth mixing. Using a hand or stand mixer, whip the cream cheese for 30 seconds, then add the butter and continue whipping until creamy, about 1 minute.
Step 3: Add the confectioners sugar and vanilla extract to the mixture and beat until fully incorporated and smooth. This may take a few minutes. Adjust the sugar amount if you prefer a different sweetness level.
Step 4: Refrigerate the icing for about 30 minutes to firm up, which helps it hold its shape when piped onto the brownies.
Step 5: Prepare your piping bag by filling it with about 1/3 cup of the chilled icing. Use a piping bag fitted with a small round tip or a ziplock bag with a small corner cut—about 1/8 inch diagonally.
Step 6: Pipe the icing over each brownie in a continuous zig-zag pattern from one corner to the opposite corner, creating the mummy’s wrapped look. Optionally, add a second layer of icing in an ‘X’ shape across the brownie for more detail.
Step 7: Place two candy eyeballs on each brownie to form the mummy’s eyes. Your spooky treats are now ready to enjoy!

Tips & Variations

For firmer icing, refrigerate it longer before piping and use chilled brownies to prevent melting.
Swap candy eyeballs for small chocolate chips or colored sprinkles if preferred.
Add a splash of almond or coconut extract in the icing for a twist on flavor.
Use round brownies for a more circular mummy face or squares for traditional shapes.

Storage

Store the mummy brownies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The cream cheese icing keeps best when chilled. Before serving, allow them to come to room temperature for about 15 minutes. Reheat is not recommended as it may cause the icing to melt.

How to Serve

Seven small square chocolate brownies are arranged on a long white slate board placed on a white marbled wood surface. Each brownie is decorated with cream-colored icing drizzled in crisscross lines, resembling mummy wrappings, and topped with two round candy eyes giving a playful look. Around the board, small black plastic spiders and translucent bat decorations are scattered, along with some black mesh fabric for a spooky effect. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use store-bought frosting instead of making cream cheese icing?

Yes, you can use store-bought cream cheese or vanilla frosting for convenience. Just ensure it’s thick enough to pipe in lines without running.

How do I keep the icing from melting on warm days?

Keep the decorated brownies refrigerated until just before serving. Use chilled brownies and icing to help them hold their shape, and avoid direct sunlight or warm environments.