After Halloween, you’re often left staring at piles of candy wondering what to do with it all. Instead of snacking piece by piece, why not turn that stash into something truly indulgent? These Leftover Halloween Candy Brownies are rich, fudgy, and packed with chocolate, caramel, peanut butter, and crunch from your favorite treats.
They’re the perfect way to give candy a second life, and trust me—once you bake these, no one will even remember the candy bowl.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- A fun and creative way to use up leftover candy
- Rich, fudgy brownies made from scratch
- Customizable with any candy you have on hand
- Great for bake sales, parties, or weekend treats
- Kid-friendly and freezer-friendly
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup oil or melted butter
- ⅔ cup water
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- 1½ cups cocoa powder
- 1⅓ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 2–3 cups assorted candy, chopped (Snickers, Kit-Kat, Reese’s, M&M’s, etc.)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat oven to 325°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together water, oil, vanilla extract, and eggs until smooth.
Step 3: Add the Dry Ingredients
Stir in sugar, cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder until fully combined and glossy.
Step 4: Layer the Candy
Spread half the brownie batter into the prepared dish. Scatter half of the chopped candy evenly over the top. Pour the remaining batter over the candy and finish with the rest of the candy pieces.
Step 5: Bake
Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Avoid overbaking for fudgier brownies.
Step 6: Cool and Serve
Let the brownies cool completely before slicing. This allows the candy to set and the brownies to cut cleanly.
Candy Ideas
This recipe works with almost any candy. Try mixing textures and flavors for the best result:
- Chocolate bars like Snickers, Kit-Kat, or Milky Way
- Peanut butter cups or M&M’s
- Crunchy candies like Twix or Butterfinger
- Caramel-filled chocolates
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use store-bought brownie mix instead?
Yes. Replace the brownie base with your favorite box mix and simply add the candy layers.
Do I need to chop the candy?
Yes. Smaller pieces distribute more evenly and make the brownies easier to slice.
Can these brownies be frozen?
Absolutely. Wrap individual slices in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 2 months.
Will the candy melt too much?
Some candies may caramelize slightly, but that’s part of the gooey, delicious texture.
Final Thoughts
These Leftover Halloween Candy Brownies are the perfect way to transform random treats into a decadent dessert. Rich, chewy, and filled with pockets of candy, they’re as fun to make as they are to eat.
Whether you’re baking with kids, cleaning out your candy stash, or looking for a party dessert, this recipe guarantees a batch of brownies that will disappear fast.
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Leftover Halloween Candy Brownies
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Recipes
- ⅔ cup oil or melted butter
- ⅔ cup water
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- 1½ cups cocoa powder
- 1⅓ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 2 –3 cups assorted candy chopped (Snickers, Kit-Kat, Reese’s, M&M’s, etc.)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
- Preheat oven to 325°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk together water, oil, vanilla extract, and eggs until smooth.
Step 3: Add the Dry Ingredients
- Stir in sugar, cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder until fully combined and glossy.
Step 4: Layer the Candy
- Spread half the brownie batter into the prepared dish. Scatter half of the chopped candy evenly over the top. Pour the remaining batter over the candy and finish with the rest of the candy pieces.
Step 5: Bake
- Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Avoid overbaking for fudgier brownies.
Step 6: Cool and Serve
- Let the brownies cool completely before slicing. This allows the candy to set and the brownies to cut cleanly.
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