Cozy Witch Hat Brownie Bites: Easy Halloween Treat with Chocolate Kisses
These fudgy brownie bites topped with a chocolate kiss and candy corn hatband are the perfect easy Halloween treat. Ready in about 30 minutes with simple ingredients, they’re a festive and delicious crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 box (18 oz) brownie mix (fudge variety recommended)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (canola or avocado oil work too)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup water (or strong brewed coffee for deeper flavor)
- 24 Hershey’s Kisses (milk chocolate, dark chocolate, or caramel-filled; room temperature)
- 1/2 cup chocolate frosting (store-bought, like Betty Crocker Rich & Creamy)
- 24 pieces candy corn (or orange M&Ms, small orange jelly beans, or orange sprinkles)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously grease a 24-cup mini muffin tin with baking spray or butter.
- In a medium bowl, combine brownie mix, vegetable oil, eggs, and water. Stir until just combined (about 30-40 strokes). Do not overmix; a few tiny lumps are fine.
- Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, fill each mini muffin cup about 3/4 full (about 1 tablespoon of batter per cup).
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Do not overbake.
- Immediately after removing from the oven, while brownies are still hot, gently press a Hershey’s Kiss into the center of each brownie bite, pointed side up, flat base down, until level with the top. Use a clean kitchen towel to hold the kisses if needed.
- Let brownie bites cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely (about 30 minutes).
- Once completely cool, spoon chocolate frosting into a small zip-top bag and snip off a tiny corner. Pipe a ring of frosting around the base of each chocolate kiss where it meets the brownie to create the hat brim.
- While frosting is still wet, press a piece of candy corn onto the frosting ring, white tip pointing to the side like a buckle. Let frosting set for about 10 minutes before serving.
- Arrange on a festive plate and serve. Best enjoyed the same day, but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Notes
Don’t overbake; brownies continue to cook from residual heat. Work quickly when adding kisses—you have about 2-3 minutes before brownies set. Unwrap all kisses before baking. Use room temperature ingredients for best texture. For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free brownie mix. For a dairy-free version, use dairy-free chocolate kisses and frosting. For a vegan option, use a vegan brownie mix, flax eggs, and dairy-free chocolate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie bite
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 14
- Sodium: 95
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
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