These fudgy Halloween brownies are rich and chewy, dyed a spooky shade of green, and topped with silky cream cheese frosting and festive sprinkles. They’re frightfully delicious festive desserts that put a ghoulish twist on classic homemade brownies.
Why You’ll Love This Green Velvet Brownies Recipe
Festive, spooky fun – adding green food dye to the brownie batter instantly gives these green desserts a fun and creative Halloween twist. It’s a simple way to turn classic “red velvet” brownies into a holiday treat.
Customizable – swap the sprinkles for edible googly eyes or crushed Oreos for a “dirt” effect. A neon green dye can be added to the cream cheese frosting for an electric vibe!
Fudgy and decadent – these green velvet brownies are moist and fudgy, topped with a sinfully delicious frosting for a creamy contrast. The type of sweet treat that’s loved by both kids and adults alike.
Make-ahead convenience – both the brownies and the frosting store well in the fridge and freezer, making your Halloween party planning a breeze.
Green Velvet Brownies Ingredients
Brownie Batter
- ¾ cup semi sweet chocolate chips
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups white granulated sugar
- 4 eggs
- 1 ½ cups all purpose flour
- Green food dye
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Frosting
- 1 8-ounce package of cream cheese, softened
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping
Green Sprinkles
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How To Make Green Velvet Brownies With Cream Cheese Frosting
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl and then add it to a large mixing bowl along with the chocolate chips. Mix until the chocolate is completely melted and the texture is smooth and silky.
Add in the sugar and eggs, whisking together until well combined.
Stir in the green food dye and vanilla extract until fully incorporated. Add the flour, baking powder, and salt, mixing until just combined.
Pour the green batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
Bake the brownie batter for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with only a few moist crumbs. Allow the baked brownies to cool completely before frosting.
In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
Add the powdered sugar, salt, and vanilla extract.
Mix until fully combined and the frosting is fluffy.
Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled brownies.
Add green sprinkles over the fresh frosting for a festive touch.
Slice the frosted green velvet brownies into squares and enjoy!
Storage Instructions for Green Velvet Brownies
To keep your green velvet brownies fudgy and delicious for longer, follow these simple storage tips:
Room Temperature
Store unfrosted brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days. Frost them just before serving or enjoy them without frosting.
In The Fridge
These green velvet brownies with cream cheese frosting can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5-7 days.
Leftover frosting can be stored in a separate airtight container in the fridge for 1-2 weeks. If a crust forms on top of the frosting, rewhip it with a splash of milk or cream.
Freezing
These Halloween-inspired brownies can also be stored in the freezer, unfrosted, for up to 3 months. Wrap the individual green velvet brownies tightly in plastic wrap and again with foil to prevent them from drying out. Transfer the wrapped brownies to an airtight container or a freezer-safe bag.
Thaw the frozen brownies on the countertop or in the fridge overnight and add fresh frosting just before serving.
The frosting can be stored in the freezer for 3 months and also thawed in the fridge to be spread over the brownies or used to sweeten other treats.
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Fudgy Green Velvet Halloween Brownies With Cream Cheese Frosting
Equipment
- 8×8 Baking Dish
- Hand Mixer
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
Brownie Batter
- ¾ cup semi sweet chocolate chips
- ¾ cup unsalted butter melted
- 2 cups white granulated sugar
- 4 eggs
- 1 ½ cups all purpose flour
- Green food dye
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Frosting
- 1 8- ounce package of cream cheese softened
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping
- Green Sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl and then add it to a large mixing bowl along with the chocolate chips. Mix until the chocolate is completely melted and the texture is smooth and silky.
- Add in the sugar and eggs, whisking together until well combined.
- Stir in the green food dye and vanilla extract until fully incorporated. Add the flour, baking powder, and salt, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the green batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake the brownie batter for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with only a few moist crumbs. Allow the baked brownies to cool completely before frosting.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
- Add the powdered sugar, salt, and vanilla extract.
- Mix until fully combined and the frosting is fluffy.
- Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled brownies.
- Add green sprinkles over the fresh frosting for a festive touch.
- Slice the frosted green velvet brownies into squares and enjoy!
Notes
- Room Temperature: Store unfrosted brownies in an airtight container for 3–4 days. Frost just before serving.
- Refrigerator: Store frosted brownies in the fridge for 5–7 days in an airtight container.
- Refrigerated Frosting: Keep leftover frosting in the fridge for 1–2 weeks. Rewhip with a splash of milk if it crusts.
- Freezer: Freeze unfrosted brownies for up to 3 months, wrapped tightly and stored in a freezer-safe container.
- Thaw & Serve: Thaw brownies in the fridge or on the counter, then frost fresh before serving.
- Frozen Frosting: Freeze cream cheese frosting for up to 3 months; thaw in the fridge before using.
