These decadent brownie bombs combine three irresistible layers: fudgy crumbled brownies, a soft cherry-studded cookie dough center, and a smooth chocolate shell that sets with a satisfying snap. Each bite offers a rich mix of textures—creamy, chewy, and crisp—while the maraschino cherries add bright sweetness that balances the deep chocolate. These treats are perfect for parties, gifting boxes, dessert tables, or sneaking from the fridge when late-night cravings strike. Chilling and freezing steps help each layer firm up beautifully, making assembly easy and ensuring clean, glossy chocolate coatings.
Ingredients
For the Brownies
- 1 box brownie mix (or homemade brownies)
- Ingredients required by the brownie mix (usually eggs, oil, water)
For the Cherry Cookie Dough
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup chopped maraschino cherries
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- 2–3 tbsp milk (as needed)
- Pinch of salt
For the Chocolate Coating
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips or melting wafers
- Sprinkles or chopped cherries (optional, for garnish)
