After Halloween, there’s always one big question: What do you do with all that extra candy? Instead of letting it sit in a bowl for weeks, why not turn it into something decadent and delicious?
These Leftover Halloween Candy Brownies are the perfect way to repurpose your candy stash. Made with a rich, fudgy chocolate base and loaded with your favorite candy bars, this is a dessert that’s chewy, gooey, and bursting with flavor. Whether you love Snickers, Reese’s, Twix, Kit-Kats, or M&M’s, they all melt into these brownies beautifully!
So grab your candy, preheat your oven, and let’s make some over-the-top indulgent brownies!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔️ Uses Leftover Candy – No more wasted sweets!
✔️ Rich & Fudgy – The perfect texture every brownie lover craves.
✔️ Customizable – Works with any candy bars you have on hand.
✔️ Easy to Make – Simple ingredients and minimal prep time.
✔️ Great for Sharing – Perfect for parties, bake sales, or just treating yourself!
Ingredients (Measured in Grams for Accuracy)
For the Brownie Batter:
- Unsalted butter (melted) – 170g (¾ cup)
- Granulated sugar – 200g (1 cup)
- Brown sugar – 100g (½ cup)
- Eggs – 3 large
- Vanilla extract – 10g (2 teaspoons)
- All-purpose flour – 120g (1 cup)
- Cocoa powder – 60g (½ cup)
- Salt – 3g (½ teaspoon)
- Baking powder – 2g (½ teaspoon)
For the Candy Mix-In:
- Chopped leftover Halloween candy – 200g (about 1 ½ cups)
- Extra candy for topping – 50g (¼ cup)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep Your Baking Dish
- Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).
- Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
2. Make the Brownie Batter
- In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs and vanilla extract, and whisk until fully combined.
3. Add the Dry Ingredients
- Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
- Gently fold until no streaks of flour remain—don’t overmix!
4. Add the Candy
- Stir in half of the chopped candy, folding it evenly into the batter.
5. Bake the Brownies
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.
- Sprinkle the remaining candy pieces on top.
- Bake for 28–32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
6. Cool & Slice
- Let the brownies cool completely before slicing—this helps them set and prevents crumbling.
- Cut into squares and enjoy every gooey, candy-filled bite!
Nutritional Information (Per Serving, Based on 9 Servings)
- Calories: ~320 kcal
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fats: 15g
- Sugar: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
Pro Tips for the Best Leftover Candy Brownies
🔥 Use a Mix of Candy – Different textures make these brownies more exciting! Try a mix of crunchy (Kit-Kat, Twix), chewy (Snickers, Milky Way), and melty (Reese’s, M&Ms).
🔥 Chop Candy into Small Pieces – This ensures even distribution and prevents big chunks from sinking.
🔥 Don’t Overbake – Brownies continue to cook as they cool. Remove them from the oven when the center is slightly underbaked for a fudgier texture.
🔥 Add a Drizzle – Melt extra chocolate or caramel and drizzle on top for extra indulgence.
🔥 Store Properly – Keep brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
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