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Perfect Witch Hat Brownie Bites

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Velvety smooth, coal-black frosting swirled into a glossy peak atop a dense, fudgy brownie base, creating a visually arresting and delicious Halloween treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup (95g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1/3 cup (35g) unsweetened cocoa powder, preferably Dutch-processed
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 4 oz (115g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup (57g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups (180g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • A few drops black gel food coloring
  • Mini chocolate chips or small candy pieces for the hatband
  • Optional: edible glitter or sprinkles for decoration

Instructions

  1. Line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat melted butter and granulated sugar until combined but not grainy, about 1-2 minutes.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract until smooth and shiny.
  5. Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet mixture using a spatula until no streaks remain; avoid overmixing.
  6. Pour batter into prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  7. Transfer pan to a cooling rack and let brownies cool completely, about 1 hour.
  8. In a clean bowl, beat softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  9. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until fluffy. Stir in vanilla extract and black gel food coloring until evenly colored.
  10. Cut cooled brownies into 1.5-inch squares.
  11. Transfer frosting to a piping bag fitted with a large round or star tip. Pipe a swirl on each brownie square, starting from the outside and spiraling up to form a cone.
  12. Decorate the base of the frosting swirl with mini chocolate chips or candy pieces to mimic a hatband. Optionally, sprinkle edible glitter.
  13. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm frosting if desired.

Notes

If frosting is too soft to pipe, chill for 15 minutes. Use gel food coloring for best black color. Avoid overmixing batter to keep brownies fudgy. Cool brownies completely before frosting to prevent melting. Use a sharp knife wiped clean between cuts for neat squares. For dairy-free, substitute vegan cream cheese and butter. For gluten-free, replace flour with gluten-free baking blend.

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