Description
Indulge in these decadent Chocolate Covered Cherry Brownie Bombs that are a perfect combination of rich brownie, sweet cherry, and luscious chocolate coating. These delightful treats are great for parties or as a special dessert.
Ingredients
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Brownie Mixture:
- 1 box brownie mix (plus ingredients listed on box)
Filling:
- 24 maraschino cherries (drained and patted dry)
- 1/2 cup cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Chocolate Coating:
- 10 oz semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or vegetable shortening
Garnish (optional):
- Sprinkles or crushed nuts
Instructions
- Prepare Brownies: Prepare and bake the brownies according to package directions in a 9×13-inch pan. Let them cool completely.
- Make Filling: Mix softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Crumble the cooled brownies into a large bowl and mix in the cream cheese mixture until a thick, dough-like consistency forms.
- Assemble: Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the brownie mixture, flatten it in your palm, and place a maraschino cherry in the center. Wrap the brownie mixture around the cherry and roll into a ball. Repeat with remaining mixture and cherries.
- Freeze: Place the brownie balls on a parchment-lined tray and freeze for 20–30 minutes.
- Coat in Chocolate: Melt the chocolate chips with the coconut oil, dip each brownie bomb into the melted chocolate, coating completely, and return to the tray. Add sprinkles or crushed nuts while the chocolate is still wet, if desired.
- Chill: Chill in the refrigerator until set.
Notes
- Make sure cherries are well-drained to avoid excess moisture.
- Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake + Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie bomb
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
