Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Make the Brownie Layer
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides to lift the brownies out easily. Lightly grease the paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until well combined. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 22-25 minutes, or until a wooden toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs attached. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan.
Prepare the Edible Cookie Dough
- First, heat-treat the flour to make it safe to eat raw. Spread the 1 cup of flour on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes. The flour should reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C). Let it cool completely before using.
- In a large bowl using an electric mixer, cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Beat in the salt, vanilla extract, and milk. With the mixer on low, gradually add the cooled, heat-treated flour and mix until just combined. Stir in the mini chocolate chips by hand.
Assemble the Bombs
- Once the brownies are completely cool, lift them out of the pan and crumble them into a large mixing bowl.
- Add the prepared edible cookie dough to the crumbled brownies. Use your hands or a sturdy spoon to mix until the two are evenly combined.
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Use a 1-tablespoon cookie scoop to portion the mixture, then roll each portion into a smooth ball. You should get about 24 balls.
- Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet and freeze for at least 30-60 minutes, or until very firm. This step is crucial for easy dipping.
Coat and Decorate
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
- Working one at a time, drop a frozen brownie bomb into the melted chocolate. Use two forks to roll it around, lift it out, and allow any excess chocolate to drip back into the bowl.
- Place the coated bomb back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet. If using sprinkles, add them immediately before the chocolate sets. Repeat with the remaining balls.
- Refrigerate the bombs for at least 15-20 minutes, or until the chocolate coating is completely firm. Enjoy!
Notes
Food Safety: Heat-treating the flour is essential to kill any potential bacteria and make the cookie dough safe to eat raw.
Cooling is Key: Ensure the brownies are completely cool before crumbling and the balls are frozen firm before dipping. This prevents them from falling apart in the warm chocolate.
Storage: Store the Brownie Cookie Dough Bombs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months.
Cooling is Key: Ensure the brownies are completely cool before crumbling and the balls are frozen firm before dipping. This prevents them from falling apart in the warm chocolate.
Storage: Store the Brownie Cookie Dough Bombs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months.
