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I sort of lucked into these brownie truffle bites one day. I had a batch of brownie scraps that were too messy to serve and just started playing around. Now, my crew actually hopes there’ll be leftover brownies because they adore these! They’re like those fancy cake balls you see at coffee shops, but they’re way simpler to whip up. My kids call them brownie balls and jump in any time I let them roll or add sprinkles.
Stuff You’ll Need
- Fun Toppings: Sprinkles, chopped nuts, or anything you feel like tossing on top—seriously, grab whatever’s in the baking bin.
- White Chocolate: I like those Ghirardelli wafers since they melt perfectly.
- Cream Cheese: Make sure it’s totally soft by letting it sit out for a bit.
- Brownies: Use the chewy center pieces and save the crunchy bits for later snacking.
Simple Brownie Delight
- Adding the Finishing Touches
- Don’t waste any time—while the coating is still gooey, toss on your sprinkles or whatever else. My kitchen is always a mess after this part!
- Dipping in Chocolate
- Gently melt your white chocolate. Dunk the brownie balls, then tap off whatever drips. This part gets your hands messy, but it's the best bit!
- Shape the Balls
- Grab a tablespoon or spoon and scoop dough into balls. Freeze them a while so they’re nice and cold, not rock solid though.
- Start Mixing
- Pulse brownie leftovers in the food processor until they crumble. Throw in your softened cream cheese and mix till it looks like chocolatey dough.
Switch Things Up
I’ve gone wild with versions of these. Crushed-up candy bars? Yep, I’ve mixed those in. Swapped regular chocolate for mint? Totally. Last winter, I used candy cane pieces on top. My friend loves throwing in a dash of espresso powder because, she swears, it turns them into coffeehouse treats.
Secrets From My Kitchen
Don’t forget—these brownie bites need to hang out in the fridge until it’s time to coat them. Warm truffles fall apart in melted chocolate (trust me). If your chocolate’s too clumpy, mix in just a drop of oil to fix it. Also, that freezer step? Don’t skip it! Makes all the difference.
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Showstopper for Any Gathering
I always whip these up for potlucks and bake sales—honestly, they vanish in minutes. These are awesome for parties since you can get them ready before the big day. Just stick them in the fridge until everyone shows up. Last book club, folks were convinced I picked them up from a bakery!
Keeping Them Fresh
Toss these in your fridge and they’ll stay good about a week. Planning ahead? You can freeze them for up to three months, then move to the fridge to thaw. But to be honest, they never last that long at my house—somebody always finds them!
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Why remove brownie edges?
The sides get crunchy and they're hard to mix in. Just use the middle bits so everything's soft and creamy inside.
- → Why freeze between steps?
It firms up the mix, so rolling is a breeze. It also helps the chocolate shell stick and harden up right.
- → Can I use homemade brownies?
Go for it! Just use a fudgy batch, not the cakey kind. Let them cool completely first, though.
- → Why use melting wafers?
They melt smoothly and set up nice and even. If you use regular chips, you might get a patchy coating that doesn't harden properly.
- → Can I make these ahead?
Yep! Pop them in the freezer for up to three months, just let them sit out a bit before you eat.