Why Make This Recipe
Chocolate Covered Cherry Brownie Bombs are a delightful treat that combines two of our favorite desserts: brownies and cherries. They are rich, sweet, and bursting with flavor, making them perfect for parties, special occasions, or just a cozy night at home. Plus, they are fun and easy to make, allowing you to enjoy some quality time in the kitchen.
How to Make Chocolate Covered Cherry Brownie Bombs
Ingredients:
- 1 box of brownie mix and its required ingredients
- 3/4 cup chocolate frosting
- 15 oz almond bark
- 1 can of cherry pie filling or maraschino cherries
Directions:
- Bake the brownies as directed and let cool completely.
- Crumble the cooled brownies and mix with 3/4 cup of chocolate frosting until it reaches a consistency that can easily form balls.
- Take about 1 1/2 TBSP of the brownie mixture, create a hole in the center, and place a cherry inside. Seal the mixture around the cherry.
- Freeze the formed brownie bombs for about 20 minutes.
- Melt the almond bark according to package instructions.
- Once melted, dip each bomb in the melted almond bark, allowing excess chocolate to drip off.
- Place them on wax paper to dry completely.
How to Serve Chocolate Covered Cherry Brownie Bombs
These brownie bombs can be served as a fun dessert for guests or a sweet treat for yourself. Arrange them on a platter and enjoy with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage. They also make great gifts when packaged beautifully.
How to Store Chocolate Covered Cherry Brownie Bombs
Store your chocolate covered brownie bombs in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. If you want to keep them fresh longer, you can refrigerate them for up to two weeks.
Tips to Make Chocolate Covered Cherry Brownie Bombs
- Make sure the brownies are completely cool before crumbling them; this helps get the right consistency when mixing with frosting.
- If you want an extra layer of flavor, use chocolate-covered cherries instead of regular cherries.
- For a festive touch, you could sprinkle some colorful sprinkles on top of the almond bark before it hardens.
Variation
You can experiment with different types of frosting or use white chocolate almond bark for a different look and taste. Adding nuts to the brownie mixture can also give it a nice crunch.
FAQs
What type of brownie mix should I use?
You can use any box brownie mix you prefer. Choose one that you enjoy, as it will be the main flavor profile of the bombs.
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes! You can prepare the brownie bombs, freeze them, and then dip them in the almond bark closer to when you plan to serve them.
What can I use instead of almond bark?
You can use chocolate chips or melting chocolate as an alternative to almond bark. Just make sure they are melted properly for dipping.
Chocolate Covered Cherry Brownie Bombs
Ingredients
Brownie Base
- 1 box brownie mix and its required ingredients
Filling
- 3/4 cup chocolate frosting
- 1 can cherry pie filling or maraschino cherries
Coating
- 15 oz almond bark
Instructions
Preparation
- Bake the brownies as directed and let cool completely.
- Crumble the cooled brownies and mix with chocolate frosting until it reaches a consistency that can easily form balls.
- Take about 1 1/2 tablespoons of the brownie mixture, create a hole in the center, and place a cherry inside. Seal the mixture around the cherry.
- Freeze the formed brownie bombs for about 20 minutes.
Coating
- Melt the almond bark according to package instructions.
- Once melted, dip each bomb in the melted almond bark, allowing excess chocolate to drip off.
- Place them on wax paper to dry completely.