Ghostly Caramel Marshmallow Brownies (Printer-Friendly Version)

Rich cocoa brownies with caramel drizzle and toasted marshmallow ghosts, a fun treat for festive occasions.

# What You'll Need:

→ Brownies

01 - 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
02 - 2 cups granulated sugar
03 - 4 large eggs
04 - 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
05 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
06 - 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
07 - ½ teaspoon salt
08 - ½ teaspoon baking powder
09 - ½ cup caramel sauce

→ Ghost Topping

10 - 16 large marshmallows (one per brownie)
11 - mini semi-sweet chocolate chips (for eyes)
12 - powdered sugar (for dusting)
13 - caramel sauce (for drizzle)

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Set oven to 350°F. Grease and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk melted butter and sugar until glossy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each. Stir in vanilla extract.
03 - Whisk flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder in a separate bowl. Gently fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined to maintain fudgy texture.
04 - Spread half the batter into the pan. Drizzle half the caramel sauce. Add remaining batter and smooth top. Swirl remaining caramel over surface with a knife.
05 - Bake in the center rack for 28 to 32 minutes or until a toothpick reveals moist crumbs. Cool completely on a wire rack.
06 - Cut brownies into 16 squares. Place a large marshmallow on each square, securing with caramel if needed. Toast marshmallows with a kitchen torch or under broiler until puffed and lightly golden (optional).
07 - Press two mini chocolate chips into each marshmallow to form eyes. Dust lightly with powdered sugar and drizzle additional caramel for a spooky finish.

# Additional Tips:

01 - Avoid overmixing after adding dry ingredients to keep brownies dense and fudgy.
02 - Warm caramel sauce if too thick for easier swirling.
03 - Place marshmallows while brownies are slightly warm or use caramel to secure if cooled.
04 - Toast marshmallows carefully; 10–20 seconds under broiler or use a kitchen torch for precision.
05 - Refrigerate briefly before cutting for clean, sharp edges.

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