Description
Christmas Brownie Pops are a festive and fun holiday treat featuring rich, fudgy brownies on a stick, dipped in smooth white chocolate and decorated with colorful holiday sprinkles. Perfect for parties or gifting, these delightful pops combine the classic comfort of homemade brownies with a playful presentation and seasonal decoration.
Ingredients
Scale
Brownie Base
- 18 oz box brownie mix
- Water, oil, and eggs (quantities as listed on the brownie mix box)
Dipping and Decoration
- 16 popsicle sticks
- 12 ounces white melting chocolate
- Holiday sprinkles of your choice
Instructions
- Prepare the Baking Dish: Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with aluminum foil and spray it with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Set aside for later use.
- Make the Brownies: Follow the instructions on the back of your brownie mix box to combine the brownie mix with water, oil, and eggs. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake according to the box instructions.
- Cool and Chill the Brownies: Once baking is complete, place the baking dish on a cooling rack for 10 minutes to allow the brownies to set slightly. Then, place the dish in the freezer for 45-60 minutes to chill and firm up, making them easier to handle.
- Cut and Insert Sticks: Peel the aluminum foil from the baking dish sides and carefully transfer the entire block of brownies onto a cutting board lined with parchment paper. Cut the brownies into 16 equal squares and insert one popsicle stick into each square firmly.
- Melt the White Chocolate: Using a double boiler, melt the white melting chocolate until smooth and creamy. Remove from heat and position it nearby your brownie pops for easy dipping.
- Dip the Brownie Pops: Working one at a time, quickly dip a corner of each brownie pop into the melted white chocolate. This helps the chocolate coat just part of the brownie, creating a festive appearance. Refer to the tips for optimal dipping results.
- Add Sprinkles and Set: Immediately after dipping, sprinkle holiday sprinkles onto the melted chocolate coating. Place the dipped brownie pop on parchment paper or a cooling rack to let the chocolate harden.
- Chill to Harden: Once all brownie pops are dipped and decorated, refrigerate them for 10 minutes to ensure the white chocolate solidifies completely, making them ready to serve or gift.
Notes
- Working quickly when dipping the brownies in melted chocolate ensures a smooth and even coating without excessive melting of the brownie itself.
- Using an 8×8-inch pan helps achieve the ideal thickness for easy cutting and handling with popsicle sticks.
- Chilling the brownies before cutting allows cleaner, more precise squares and prevents crumbling.
- Use parchment paper when transferring brownies to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Holiday sprinkles add festive color and texture; feel free to use your favorite themed varieties.
- If white chocolate seizes or thickens when melting, gently rewarm over the double boiler and stir continuously.
- Store finished brownie pops in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep them fresh for up to 3 days.
