Ghostly Caramel Marshmallow Brownies (Printer-Friendly)

Rich cocoa bars topped with caramel, toasted marshmallows, and chocolate eyes for a spooky delight.

# List of Ingredients:

→ Brownies

01 - 1 cup unsalted butter, melted (2 sticks)
02 - 2 cups granulated sugar
03 - 4 large eggs
04 - 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
05 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
06 - 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
07 - ½ teaspoon salt
08 - ½ teaspoon baking powder
09 - ½ cup caramel sauce

→ Ghost Topping

10 - Large marshmallows, one per brownie square
11 - Mini semi-sweet chocolate chips for eyes
12 - Powdered sugar for dusting
13 - Extra caramel sauce for drizzle

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk melted butter and sugar until glossy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
04 - Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined to preserve fudgy texture.
05 - Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan. Drizzle half of the caramel sauce over it. Add remaining batter and smooth the top. Swirl remaining caramel on top with a butter knife.
06 - Bake in the center of the oven for 28 to 32 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Cool completely on a wire rack.
07 - Cut brownies into squares. Place a large marshmallow on each square, securing with a dab of caramel if needed.
08 - Using a kitchen torch or broiler, toast marshmallows until puffed and lightly golden, about 10 to 20 seconds.
09 - Press two mini chocolate chips into each marshmallow to form eyes. Dust with powdered sugar and drizzle extra caramel sauce over the brownies for a spooky finish.

# Additional Suggestions:

01 - Avoid overmixing after adding dry ingredients to maintain a fudgy brownie texture.
02 - Warm caramel slightly if too thick for easier swirling.
03 - Marshmallows adhere best when placed on slightly warm brownies; use caramel to secure if cooled.
04 - Watch closely if toasting marshmallows under a broiler to prevent burning.

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