Candy Cane Brownie Bombs
Candy Cane Brownie Bombs are the ultimate festive treat, combining rich chocolate brownie bites with a refreshing peppermint twist. These fudgy delights are topped with crushed candy canes, offering a perfect balance of textures and flavors that evoke holiday cheer. Whether you’re sharing them at gatherings or enjoying them solo, these brownie bombs will surely become a seasonal favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and sugar until smooth. Remove from heat and stir in cocoa powder, then mix in eggs one by one. Fold in flour and peppermint extract until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean. Let cool completely.
- Once cooled, cut into small squares or circles using a cookie cutter for brownie bombs.
- Melt additional chocolate, dip each brownie circle, and roll in crushed candy canes before placing on parchment paper to set.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg