Okay, picture this: It’s October, the air smells like cinnamon and pumpkin spice, and your kitchen is filled with the irresistible aroma of gooey chocolate brownies. Now imagine those brownies transformed into adorable little bats—how fun is that?! These Bat Brownie Bites are my go-to for Halloween parties because they’re not only super easy to make, but they’re also the perfect mix of spooky and sweet. Plus, who doesn’t love a brownie so cute it’s almost too good to eat? Almost. Get ready for fudgy bites that flutter right off the plate and into your heart!
Quick Facts
Yield: About 24 brownie bats
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Ingredients
For the Main Dish:
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp baking powder
Chocolate chips or mini candy eyes for eyes
Black licorice strings or thin pretzels for wings
How I Make It
Step 1:
First, preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×9-inch baking pan. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan or microwave until smooth. Stir in the sugar, then beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until the mixture is glossy and thick.
Step 2:
Whisk together the cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder in a separate bowl. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet chocolate mixture and stir just until combined—don’t overmix or your brownies will lose their fudgy charm!
Step 3:
Pour the batter into your prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick (it should come out with a few moist crumbs). Let brownies cool completely—this step is key to making clean-cut bites.
Step 4:
Once cooled, cut the brownies into small rectangles about 1.5 x 2 inches. These will be your bat bodies.
Step 5:
For wings, cut licorice strings or use thin pretzel sticks and carefully poke them into each side of the brownie. Then, press two chocolate chips or tiny candy eyes onto the front to create those adorable bat eyes.
Step 6:
Serve on a festive platter and watch your guests squeal with delight. These bites are just as fun to make as they are to eat!
Variations & Tips
Substitute licorice wings with small triangular wafer cookies for a crispier texture.
Use white icing dots or mini marshmallows sliced in half for eyes if you don’t have candy eyes.
Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the batter for a surprising chocolate-spice kick.
If brownies overbake and get cakey, warm slightly before assembling for a fudgier bite.
Use a serrated knife to cut brownies cleanly without squishing.
Make mini bite-sized bats using a mini muffin tin for perfectly portioned treats.
How I Like to Serve It
I love plating these Bat Brownie Bites alongside orange and purple napkins for a festive touch. They’re perfect at Halloween parties paired with a glass of cold milk or hot cocoa. You can also add in some roasted pumpkin seeds sprinkled around for an extra seasonal flair!
Notes
Store brownie bites in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Reheat gently in the microwave for 10 seconds to revive that just-baked fudge warmth.
Closing: These bat brownies have become my little Halloween tradition because they’re simple, irresistibly chocolatey, and guaranteed to bring smiles with every bite!
