Brownie Owl Treats Recipe

If you’re looking for a fun, festive, and absolutely adorable treat to wow friends and family, you’re going to want to try this Brownie Owl Treats Recipe. I first made these for a Halloween party, and my family went crazy for how cute and delicious they were. They’re super simple to put together but look like you spent hours crafting them—perfect for impressing without stress!

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Ingredients You’ll Need

The magic of this Brownie Owl Treats Recipe lies in how the ingredients complement each other to create that owl shape and that rich, chocolatey flavor. Each add-in has a purpose, bringing a playful texture or color that really finishes the look.

• Brownie mix: I love using a deluxe chocolate brownie mix for that fudgy, dense base—baking from scratch is awesome, but this saves tons of time.
• Candy corn: These bright, triangular candies serve as the perfect owl nose and add a splash of color.
• OREO cookies: The classic black-and-white of OREOs makes the perfect owl eyes when halved—the mini chocolate chips add extra charm.
• Chocolate candy melts: Melting these and adding a bit on top of the OREOs helps “glue” the pieces together and adds rich chocolate flavor.
• Reese’s cups: Halved, these make the owl’s cheeks and wings—the peanut butter inside contrasts so well with the rich brownie.

Variations

One of the things I enjoy most about this Brownie Owl Treats Recipe is how easy it is to customize. You can make it your own by switching up candies or adapting for dietary needs without losing the charm or flavor.

• Peanut Allergy Friendly: Swap Reese’s cups with sunflower seed butter cups or simple chocolate candies to keep those delicious cheeks and wings safe for everyone.
• Flavor Twists: I’ve tried adding a sprinkle of sea salt on the brownie base before decorating—it adds a lovely dimension to the chocolate.
• Festive Holidays: Change candy corn to colorful candies like mini M&Ms for other occasions—think red and green for Christmas or pastel colors for Easter!

How to Make Brownie Owl Treats Recipe

Step 1: Bake and Prep Your Brownies

Start by baking your brownie mix according to the package instructions or your favorite homemade recipe. Once baked, let the brownies cool completely—this step is crucial because warm brownies will make the decorating messy. I usually bake them the day before to save time. After cooling, trim off the firmer edges for a clean canvas, then cut into equal-sized squares for your little owl bases.

Step 2: Create the Owl’s Eyes

Take your OREO cookies and carefully split them in half. Place two halves per brownie square to form the owl’s eyes. I like to use the side with the cream—it sticks better when we add melted chocolate on top. Melt your chocolate candy melts gently in the microwave using short bursts, stirring often, so it stays smooth and glossy. Use a spoon or piping bag to add a small dollop of melted chocolate on each OREO half—this acts like an adhesive and adds extra richness.

Step 3: Add the Nose and Wings

For the signature owl nose, place a single candy corn right between the two OREO eyes on each brownie square. Then slice your Reese’s cups in half and attach these on two sides of the brownie—these become the owl’s cheeks and wings. Their peanut butter filling provides a lovely texture contrast. Press gently so everything sticks together nicely but be careful not to squish the brownies.

Step 4: Final Touches and Serve

Once assembled, I usually chill the brownie owl treats for about 15 minutes to set the melted chocolate. This helps keep everything in place when serving. They’re best enjoyed fresh but trust me—you’ll love how these treats hold up if you want to prep ahead for a party.

How to Serve Brownie Owl Treats Recipe

Garnishes

I usually like to sprinkle a little powdered sugar “snow” around the brownies on the serving tray—it adds a whimsical touch that really makes these owl treats pop. If you want a bit of sparkle, edible glitter or colored sugar crystals give the owls an almost magical feel, especially for kid’s parties.

Side Dishes

Since these are rich and sweet, I like pairing them with something light and refreshing, like fresh fruit slices or a simple vanilla yogurt dip. Hot chocolate or a spiced latte also complements the brownies beautifully, especially in cooler weather when I’ve served these at gatherings.

Creative Ways to Present

For a Halloween party, I arranged the brownie owls on a bed of shredded coconut dyed green to look like owl nests in the forest. For a kids’ birthday, I skirted the serving plate with mini pumpkins and fall leaves. You can even pop a little toothpick with a cute sign in each owl saying fun phrases like “Owl You Need Is Love.”

Make Ahead and Storage

Storing Leftovers

I keep leftover Brownie Owl Treats in an airtight container at room temperature if it’s just for a day or two. This keeps the brownies moist and the decorations intact. Avoid stacking the owls directly on top of each other to preserve their shape. Adding a layer of parchment paper between levels works great if you have to stack.

Freezing

If I want to freeze them, I arrange the owl treats on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze until firm, then transfer to a freezer-safe container with parchment paper in between layers. Although the texture of the brownies softens a bit after thawing, the overall flavors remain delicious—just thaw them in the fridge overnight.

Reheating

I usually enjoy these brownies cold or at room temperature, but if you like them warmer, a quick 10-15 second zap in the microwave softens the brownie without melting the chocolate decorations. Just be careful—overheating can cause the candy melts to run and lose their shape.

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Final Thoughts

What I love most about this Brownie Owl Treats Recipe is how effortlessly it turns simple ingredients into cute, crowd-pleasing treats. Whether you’re making them for a holiday party, a school event, or just a fun baking day with the kids, these owl brownies always bring smiles. Give it a try—I promise these little owls will become a sweet favorite in your recipe rotation too!

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