These irresistible brownie truffles deliver pure chocolate bliss in just one bite. Perfectly portioned at only 89 calories each, they strike an ideal balance between fudgy indulgence and mindful treating.
The 20-minute prep time makes them a practical choice for holiday gifts, party platters, or satisfying those sudden chocolate cravings. With 6g of decadent fats and just 8g of carbs per serving, these rich morsels prove that luxurious desserts can still align with balanced eating goals.
Ingredients Section
- Brownies: 1 pan of freshly baked brownies (9×13 inch pan) – ensure they’re slightly warm for best results
- Semi-sweet Chocolate: 3 cups of premium chocolate chips (Guittard or Ghirardelli recommended for smooth melting)
- Chocolate Sprinkles: Optional, for decorative finish
Instructions Section
- Brownie Preparation: Bake your brownies until just done – remember, slightly underbaked is better than overbaked for this recipe!
- Cooling Setup: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside while brownies cool slightly
- Ball Formation: Once brownies are cool enough to handle, crumble them with a fork, then scoop 1 heaping tablespoon and roll into balls (you’ll get about 35 balls)
- Chocolate Melting: Create a double boiler by placing a heat-proof bowl over simmering water, or use microwave to melt chocolate chips until smooth
- Chocolate Coating: Dip each brownie ball into melted chocolate, ensure complete coverage, then lift with fork allowing excess to drip off
- Final Touches: Place coated truffles on prepared pan, add sprinkles if desired
- Setting: Let truffles set at room temperature, or speed up the process with a brief refrigeration
Storage Tips
Keep these yummy brownie truffles fresh by storing them in an airtight container. They’ll stay perfect at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Want them to last longer? Pop them in the fridge for up to a week! Just remember to bring them back to room temperature before serving – they taste best when the chocolate coating is slightly soft. If you make a big batch, you can even freeze them for up to 3 months.
Serving Suggestions
Make your brownie truffles extra special with fun toppings! Try crushed nuts, coconut flakes, or different colored sprinkles. These little treats are perfect for parties, holiday gatherings, or gift-giving – just pop them in a pretty box or cellophane bag with a ribbon.
Want to make them fancy? Place each truffle in a mini cupcake liner and arrange them on a beautiful serving plate.
Quick Tips
If your brownies are too warm, they’ll be hard to roll into balls. Let them cool completely, but not so much that they get dry and crumbly. If your melted chocolate starts to get too thick while you’re dipping, warm it up for a few seconds in the microwave or over the double boiler.
A fork works great for dipping, but you can also use a candy dipping tool if you have one. Tap the fork gently on the bowl’s edge to help excess chocolate drip off.
Brownie Truffles
Equipment
- 9×13 inch pan
- Double boiler or microwave
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
Brownies
- 1 pan Brownies baked in a 9×13 inch pan
- 3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips Guittard or Ghirardelli
- chocolate sprinkles optional
Instructions
- Prepare and bake brownies according to recipe instructions. Do not over bake them, as this recipe works best with soft, warm brownies.
- Place a piece of parchment paper on a baking sheet and set aside.
- Once brownies have cooled enough to handle, use a fork to crumble them up, scoop 1 heaping tablespoon into your hands and press together to form into a ball. Should make about 35 balls.
- Melt the chocolate chips in a double boiler (I make my own by placing a heat proof bowl over a pot of lightly simmering water), or in the microwave, stirring often until smooth.
- Drop brownie ball into the bowl of melted chocolate and use a fork to coat it on all sides, then lift up and allow the excess chocolate to drip off into bowl. Place on prepared pan and top with sprinkles if desired.
- Allow to set up at room temperature, or refrigerate for a few minutes until chocolate sets.
