Spooky Ube Brownies

Looking for a fun and colorful treat to add to your Halloween menu? These vibrant Purple Ube Brownies are sure to steal the spotlight! With their eye-catching purple hue, rich white chocolate flavor, and soft, chewy texture, they're a delicious twist on a classic dessert. Whether you're hosting a Halloween party, preparing festive treats, or simply looking to try something new, these brownies bring a little unexpected color and flavor to the table.

Ube, a purple yam commonly used in Filipino desserts, offers a subtly sweet, nutty flavor with hints of vanilla. Combined with creamy white chocolate, it creates a rich, flavorful brownie that's just as delicious as it is visually striking. The best part? Their naturally spooky purple appearance makes them a perfect addition to any Halloween dessert spread!

From mixing the batter to spreading it evenly in the pan and slicing the finished brownies into perfect squares, having the right Dexter kitchen tools makes baking a breeze. So grab your ingredients, preheat the oven, and get ready to whip up a Halloween treat that's frightfully delicious!

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup butter, or coconut oil
• 8 oz white chocolate, bars, not chips
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 2 tsp ube extract
• 2 large eggs
• 1¼ cup AP flour

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F, and line an 8×8 baking dish with parchment paper. Grease the sides that aren't covered. Cut the butter into cubes and white chocolate into smaller pieces and place in a a large mixing bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds at a time (use a glass bowl for the microwave), or use a double boiler until the butter is melted and the white chocolate pieces are softened. Remove from heat and stir until melted together.
2. Add sugar, salt, and ube extract and whisk together. The mixture may seem gritty but that's okay.
   
3. Whisk in the eggs until smooth.
   
4. Fold the flour in until just combined. Don't over mix.
   
5. Pour into the prepared baking sheet, spreading it evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until light browned on the edges and set in the middle. The middle may seem a bit soft, but it'll firm up as it cools.
   
6. Cool for 5 minutes, then use the parchment paper to carefully remove the brownies from the baking dish. Cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing into 16 squares.