🎃 Halloween Brownie Donuts (Rich, Fudgy & Perfectly Spooky!)

Halloween Brownie Donuts

These Halloween Brownie Donuts are a family favorite—rich, fudgy, chocolatey, and unbelievably easy to make. Baked in a donut pan for a fun seasonal twist, they deliver everything you love about classic brownies but in a cute, spooky, donut‑shaped package. This batter also works beautifully in a standard 8×8 brownie pan, making it a versatile go‑to recipe for Halloween parties, school treats, or cozy fall baking.

⭐ Ingredients

Yield: 12–18 brownie donuts (or one 8×8 pan)

Brownie Donuts

• ¾ cup all‑purpose flour

• ¾ cup white sugar

• ½ cup cocoa powder

• 2 tsp baking powder

• 1½ tsp vanilla extract

• ¾ cup salted butter

• 1 cup semi‑sweet chocolate chips (or chopped baking chocolate)

• 3 large eggs, room temperature

Cream Cheese Frosting

• ½ cup salted butter, room temperature

• ½ cup cream cheese (brick‑style), softened

• 4 tsp vanilla extract

• 3–4 cups powdered sugar

• 1–5 tbsp milk or heavy cream

🔧 Equipment

• Oven preheated to 350°F

• Greased donut pan (or 8×8 baking dish—glass pans require extra bake time)

🍫 Instructions

1. Melt the Chocolate

In a microwave‑safe bowl, melt the butter and chocolate together in 30‑second intervals, stirring between each round. Heat until melted and smooth, but not hot.

2. Mix the Dry Ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder. Set aside.

3. Whip the Eggs & Sugar

In a stand mixer (or with a handheld mixer), beat the eggs, sugar, and vanilla on medium‑high until pale, thick, and fluffy—about 5 minutes.

4. Combine the Batter

Gently fold the melted chocolate mixture into the whipped eggs. Then fold in the dry ingredients until just combined. Stop mixing when the batter is almost fully incorporated—over‑mixing will reduce the fudginess.

5. Bake

Spoon the batter into your greased donut pan and bake for 15–18 minutes.
If using an 8×8 brownie pan, bake an additional 5–10 minutes.

The brownies are done when the centers still have a slight jiggle—more jiggle means a gooier brownie.

6. Cool

Let the donuts cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a rack. Cool an additional 20 minutes before frosting.

🎃 Make the Frosting

1. Beat the butter and cream cheese together until light and fluffy.

2. Add the vanilla and powdered sugar, mixing until smooth.

3. Add milk or cream, 1 tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.

Frost the cooled brownie donuts and finish with your spookiest Halloween sprinkles.

👻 Tips for Perfect Halloween Brownie Donuts

• Use heavy cream for extra‑rich frosting.

• Don’t over‑mix the batter—this keeps the brownies fudgy.

• Add orange, purple, or black sprinkles for a festive Halloween look.

• For extra chocolate flavor, fold in a handful of chocolate chips before baking.

Baked Halloween Brownie Donuts