Candy Cane Brownie Lollipops
I found this on Barbeque Dry Rub Recipe's, weird I know. But I just love love love the way these turned out. I think i'm gunna make a bunch and send in the box of Xmas gifts for my parents and grandparents.
Ingredients1 pkg (18-21 oz) fudge brownie mix (plus ingredients to make brownies)
24 candy canes
10 oz chocolate-flavored almond bark
Additional decorations such as red jimmies (optional)
1. Line Med Sheet Pan (or 9-in. by 13-in. metal pan) with a 13-in. piece of Parchment Paper; lightly spray withnonstick cooking spray and set aside. Prepare brownie mix according to package directions; pour batter into pan.Bake 30 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out with moist crumbs attached. Remove from oven to cooling rack cool 20 minutes or until still slightly warm.
2. Meanwhile, cut straight ends of candy canes off to form 4½-in. sticks using knife. Place candy cane topsinto resealable plastic bag and crush using flat side of a meat tenderizer; set aside.
3. Using med. scoop, scoop brownie into 24 rounded scoops, packing brownie into scoop using hands.(Entire brownie will be used.) Roll brownie scoops into smooth balls. Insert candy cane sticks into centers ofballs, mounding brownie around each stick to secure. Pinch each brownie ball where candy cane andtop of ball meet.
4. Place almond bark into small bowl microwave according to package directions until smooth. Spoonmelted bark evenly over each brownie ball, turning to coat completely. Be sure to coat where candy cane stickmeets brownie ball. Allow excess bark to drip off. Dip into reserved crushed candy canes or jimmies and standupright on a piece of Parchment Paper. Repeat with remaining almond bark, lollipops and crushed candy. Letstand until set. Place into miniature cupcake liners.
Although the edges of the brownies are crusty, they don’t need to be discarded. Simply scoop the edges along with the center, and they’ll soften as they stand. And lollipop sticks or stick candies can be substituted for the candy canes. Wrap lollipops in cellophane, tie with ribbon and use as table décor, place cards or take-home goodies for a special holiday touch. Just make sure you keep some for yourself to enjoy!
