Evil Dead Necronomicon brownies #HalloweenTreatsWeek

Spooky and delicious brownies are made into an edible replica of the Necronomicon, or The Book of the Dead, from the 1980's campy horror movie classic Evil Dead trilogy. 

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"Gimme some sugar, baby." 

I've been thinking about this recipe idea since last Halloween and I've finally made it happen. If you are a fan of horror movies, then you are familiar with the Evil Dead trilogy (The Evil Dead, Evil Dead 2, and Army of Darkness) and The Book of the Dead, or the Necronomicon. They turned out pretty groovy if I do say so myself!

These brownies are perfect for an adult Halloween party or for a horror movie night. They take some time to make, but most of that time is spent shaping and perfecting the face to your liking. I viewed many images of the Necronomicon online and then shaped the frosting free hand using a fork, a spoon, and my fingers with a couple of images open on my laptop for reference. 

The brownie base is one I use for almost all my brownie recipes, and they are delicious to make on their own anytime. These additions to make these brownies look like the Book of the Dead are just an added bonus. 

The easy no whip brownie frosting recipe here works well because it is thick and sets rather quickly. Once you have the texture you want and the impressions for the eyes, nose, and mouth, you make a simple dark chocolate ganache and spoon it into those impressions. Then let the whole thing set and dry for a while.

The final produce is rustic and that's absolutely okay because so is the book in the movies and there are many replicas all with variations. It doesn't need to look perfect and everyone's will vary. This is part of the fun of homemade recipes.

The layers of different chocolate flavors here create a super decadent and delicious chocolate dessert. These brownies are a perfect treat to make for a Halloween movie night or for any fans of the Evil Dead movie series or television show.

Yield: about 15 brownies

Author: Amy (Savory Moments)

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Evil Dead Necronomicon Brownies

Spooky and delicious brownies are made into an edible replica of the Necronomicon, or The Book of the Dead, from the 1980's campy horror movie classic Evil Dead trilogy.

Ingredients

For the brownies

• cooking spray
• 2 sticks unsalted butter
• 1-3/4 cups sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

For the frosting

• 6 tablespoons milk
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
• 1-1/2 cups sugar
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the ganache

• 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
• 4 oz. dark chocolate chips

Instructions

For the brownies

1. Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium-low heat. Set aside to cool slightly.
2. Spray a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
3. Add the sugar, eggs, and vanilla into the saucepan with the melted butter. Stir with a wooden spoon until combined.
4. Add the cocoa, flour, salt, and baking powder. Stir with a wooden spoon until smooth. Pour into the baking pan and spread the batter evenly.
5. Bake for about 35 minutes, until the edges are peeling away from the pan and an inserted toothpick comes out clean. Set aside to cool slightly and make the frosting.

For the frosting

1. Have your photos ready to begin to make the face.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, butter, and sugar. Cook iver medium heat, stirring often, until the sugar is melted. Let the mixture come to a boil. Let the mixture boil at a rapid boil for 30 seconds while stirring.
3. Remove from the heat and stir in the chocolate and vanilla until smooth. Immediately pour over the warm brownies.
4. Let the frosting cool for a couple of minutes, until it just begins to set. Then use a spoon and your fingers to begin to scoop out the frosting and make holes for the eyes, nose, and mouth. This is where you will put the ganache. Place the excess frosting in a bowl and then use some to build up the areas around the eyes, nose, and mouth as needed to replicate the face and give it a 3D effect. Use a fork to drag around the rest of the frosting to create the ridges, as desired. When you are satisfied, let the frosting set while you make the ganache.

For the ganache

1. Place the heavy whipping cream in a small saucepan and heat until it just begins to simmer and is heated through, but do not boil.
2. Place the chocolate in a heat-proof bowl. Pour the hot whipping cream over the chocolate and stir it with a metal spoon until it is smooth.
3. When smooth, spoon the ganache into the eyes, nose, and mouth until they are full. Use a toothpick to drag some though the deeper ridges of the face to create depth, if desired.
4. Let cool. Wow your horror movie fans with your creation and then slice into squares when ready to eat.

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Take a look more spooky Halloween recipes from our #HalloweenTreatsWeek Bloggers today:   

Halloween Cookies & Bars:

• Bat Sugar Cookies from The Flour Handprint
• Voodoo Doll Cookies from Sweet ReciPEAS
• Halloween Confetti Cookies from Fake Ginger

Halloween Cakes & Cupcakes:

• Marshmallow SpiderWeb Cupcakes from Big Bear's Wife
• Candy Corn Poke Cake from Devour Dinner
• Halloween Brownie Cupcakes from Hezzi-D's Books and Cooks
• Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cupcakes from It's Shanaka

Halloween Brownies:

• Spider Brownie Bites from Tastes of Homemade 
• Evil Dead Necronomicon Brownies from Savory Moments

Halloween Pies & Cheesecakes:

• Mini Candy Corn Cheesecakes from Cheese Curd in Paradise

Halloween Drinks:

• Halloween Themed Layered Drinks from 4 Sons R Us

Chilled Halloween Treats:

• Easy Chocolate Pudding from Pastry Chef Online

Sweet Halloween Treats:

• Halloween Bark from West Via Midwest
• Halloween Snack Mix from Savory Experiments
• Healthy Halloween Snacks from House of Nash Eats
• Sweet & Savory Halloween Snack Board from An Affair from the Heart
• Spooky Candy Bark from Sweet Beginnings
• Poisoned Candy Apples from Fresh Coast Eats
• Donut Hole Mummies from Family Around the Table 
• Halloween Caramel Popcorn Munch Recipe from Back To My Southern Roots
• Spiderweb Baked Donuts from Lemon Blossoms

Savory Halloween Recipes: 

• Mini Monster Meatball Sliders from A Kitchen Hoor's Adventures
• Mummy Brie from The Spiffy Cookie
• Halloween Deviled Eggs from I am a Honey Bee

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“When witches go riding, and black cats are seen, the moon laughs and whispers ‘tis near Halloween.”

 

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