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I discovered these brownie truffles by accident when I had some leftover brownies that were too crumbly to serve. Now my family actually hopes I'll have 'extra' brownies because they love these so much! They taste like those expensive cake pops from fancy bakeries, but they're way easier to make. My kids call them brownie balls and always beg to help roll them especially if sprinkles are involved!
What You'll Need
- Brownies: Just use the soft middle parts save those crispy edges for snacking
- Cream Cheese: Let it get nice and soft on the counter
- White Chocolate: I use Ghirardelli melting wafers they work like a dream
- Fun Stuff: Sprinkles nuts whatever you want to decorate with my kids raid our baking cabinet for toppings!
Let's Make Some Magic
- Starting Out
- Throw those brownie pieces in the food processor and let it run until they're all crumbly. Add your soft cream cheese and mix until it looks like chocolate cookie dough.
- Rolling Time
- Scoop out little balls I use a tablespoon works great. Pop them in the freezer for a bit you want them firm but not frozen solid.
- The Chocolate Bath
- Melt your white chocolate nice and slow. Then dip each ball and tap off the extra. This part can get messy but that's half the fun!
- Make Them Pretty
- Quick! While the chocolate's still wet add your sprinkles or whatever toppings you're using. My kitchen counter usually looks like a sprinkle explosion after this part.
Mix It Up
I've tried all sorts of things in these! Sometimes I chop up candy bars and mix them in, or use mint chocolate for the coating. Last Christmas I crushed up candy canes for the topping. My friend adds espresso powder to hers says it makes them taste like fancy coffee shop treats.
Tips From My Kitchen
Keep your brownie balls cold until right before you dip them. If they're too warm they'll fall apart in the chocolate - learned that one the hard way! If your chocolate gets too thick add a tiny bit of oil helps thin it out. And don't skip the freezer steps they really do make a difference.
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Perfect Party Treats
I love making these for bake sales or potlucks they always sell out first. They're great for parties because you can make them ahead. Just keep them in the fridge until party time. Last time I brought them to my book club everyone thought I bought them from a bakery!
Storing Your Treats
Keep these little guys in the fridge they'll last about a week. If you want to make them ahead you can freeze them for up to three months. Just let them thaw in the fridge overnight. Though honestly they never last that long at my house someone always finds them!
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Why remove brownie edges?
The edges are usually crunchier and won't blend as smoothly. Using just the soft center parts gives you a better truffle texture.
- → Why freeze between steps?
Freezing makes the mixture easier to handle and shape. It also helps the chocolate coating stick better and set properly.
- → Can I use homemade brownies?
Yes, any brownie recipe works as long as they're fudgy rather than cakey. Just make sure they're completely cool before starting.
- → Why use melting wafers?
Melting wafers are formulated to melt smoothly and set well without tempering. Regular chocolate chips might be streaky or not set properly.
- → Can I make these ahead?
Perfect for making ahead! They keep well in the freezer for up to 3 months. Just thaw slightly before serving.