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    Football Brownie Truffles

    Published: Jan 5, 2023 by Vicky · This post may contain affiliate links · 5 Comments

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    Do you love easy desserts? These Football Brownie Truffles are guaranteed to kick your game day up a notch. We love watching sports, and there are lots of important games going on this time of year.

    To help make game day extra special, we serve these easy football brownies which are easy to make thanks to a brownie mix.

    football brownies on tray
    Jump to:
    • ⭐Why This Recipe Works
    • 🥣Ingredient Notes
    • 📋Step by Step Instructions
    • 👩🏻‍🍳Expert Tips
    • 🤷🏻‍♀️Recipe FAQs
    • 🏈Related Recipes
    • 📖 Recipe

    ⭐Why This Recipe Works

    This football brownies recipe may look complicated to create, but I can assure you it is easy. Besides the prepared brownie mix and frosting you only need candy melts to make these. The creamy texture of the brownies and frosting encased in chocolate makes these a winner for the big game.

    🥣Ingredient Notes

    • Chocolate Fudge Brownie mix - prepared and baked according to package directions
    • Chocolate Fudge Frosting - makes the brownies deliciously moist
    • Vanilla Frosting - for the laces on the footballs
    • Chocolate Candy Melts - used for coating the brownies

    📋Step by Step Instructions

    STEP 1: Bake the brownies in the oven according to the directions on the package, using the eggs, oil, and water.

    brownie mix with eggs
    brownie mix and brownies in tray

    STEP 2: Allow to cool and crumble the cooled brownies into a large bowl.

    crumbled brownie in bowl

    STEP 3: Add the chocolate frosting and mix until thoroughly blended.

    crumbled brownies and frosting in bowl

    STEP 4: Use your hands to form the dough into small football shaped brownies.

    brownies shaped like footballs

    STEP 5: Place on a parchment-lined baking pan and freeze for 1 hour.

    STEP 6: Remove from freezer and allow to rest for 10 minutes.

    STEP 7: Melt 1 cup of candy melts according to package directions and dip the footballs into the chocolate, turning to coat both sides. You can use a fork to turn over the footballs and remove them from the chocolate.

    football brownie being dipped in chocolate

    STEP 8: Shake off the excess chocolate and place on parchment so the chocolate can harden.

    STEP 9: Repeat the process with another cup of melted candy melts until all of the footballs have been covered.

    chocolate brownies shaped like footballs

    STEP 10: Place ½ cup of Vanilla Frosting in a small zip-top bag or a piping bag. Cut a tiny triangle off the bottom corner of the bag and use the bag to pipe frosting white laces on the footballs.

    frosting in a zip top bag

    Now, these football brownie truffles are ready to serve at your next game-day gathering. We shared ours with family and friends as a yummy post-game dessert. Besides being an adorable football-themed treat, these taste amazing. Touchdown!

    football brownies

    👩🏻‍🍳Expert Tips

    Tip 1: To get the soft, smooth consistency of these brownies, mix crumbled brownies with Chocolate Fudge Frosting.

    Tip 2: Freeze the football brownies to make them easier to work with.

    Tip 3: Grease the pan before baking the brownies for easy removal.

    🤷🏻‍♀️Recipe FAQs

    How do you store football brownies?

    Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days and in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

    How big are these brownies?

    Each brownie is about 2 to 3 inches.

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    📖 Recipe

    Football Brownies

    Vicky
    If you love brownies and chocolate then these football brownies are for you. Perfect to serve while cheering on your favorite team!
    5 from 4 votes
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Cook Time 45 minutes mins
    Freeze time 1 hour hr
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine Dessert
    Servings 18
    Calories 280 kcal

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    Ingredients
      

    • 13.4 oz Chocolate Fudge Brownie mix
    • ⅔ cup oil
    • ¼ cup water
    • 2 eggs
    • ½ cup Chocolate Fudge Frosting
    • ½ cup Vanilla Frosting
    • 2 cups chocolate candy melts

    Instructions
     

    • Bake the brownies according to directions on package, using the eggs, oil and water.
    • Allow to cool and crumble brownies into a large bowl.
    • Add the chocolate frosting and mix until thoroughly blended.
    • Use your hands to form the dough into small football shapes.
    • Place on a parchment lined baking pan and freeze for 1 hour.
    • Remove from freezer and allow to rest for 10 minutes.
    • Melt 1 cup of candy melts according to package directions and dip the footballs into the chocolate, turning to coat both sides. You can use a fork to turn over the footballs and remove them from the chocolate.
    • Shake off the excess chocolate and place on parchment so the chocolate can harden.
    • Repeat the process with another cup of melted candy melts until all of the footballs have been covered.
    • Place ½ cup of Vanilla Frosting in a small zip top bag. Cut a tiny triangle off the bottom corner of the bag and use the bag to pipe to frosting on the footballs.
    • Decorate with frosting to resemble a football.

    Notes

    • To get the soft, smooth consistency of these brownies, mix crumbled brownies with Chocolate Fudge Frosting.
    • Freeze the football brownies to make them easier to work with.
    • Grease the pan before baking the brownies for easy removal.
    This nutritional information is approximate and was calculated using online calculators. Your nutritional information may vary depending on numerous factors.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1gCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 2gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 18mgSodium: 103mgPotassium: 21mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 26IUCalcium: 4mgIron: 1mg
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    1. DJ says

      January 07, 2023 at 12:35 am

      5 stars
      I made these for a friend who’s a Football fan. Boy he was impressed!

      Reply
    2. Amanda Wren-Grimwood says

      January 06, 2023 at 3:48 am

      5 stars
      What a great idea and perfect as a gift too. Thanks for the tips on freezing them to make it easier to ice too.

      Reply
    3. Shashi says

      January 05, 2023 at 10:27 pm

      How adorable are these football brownies! A batch would not last long in my home!

      Reply
    4. Kathleen says

      January 05, 2023 at 7:12 pm

      5 stars
      These little footballs are so cute and perfect for game day! Definitely serving these on Superbowl Sunday!

      Reply
    5. Gail Montero says

      January 05, 2023 at 4:29 pm

      5 stars
      What a fun idea this is! I am sure these yummy brownies would always be a big hit at game day parties!

      Reply
    Vicky from Mess for Less

    I'm Vicky, the founder of Mess For Less, which I started in 2011 to share easy, family-friendly recipes. With over a decade of experience as a home chef and recipe developer, I love creating meals that bring people together. I also design play and learning activities for kids, using my background as a former teacher with a Master’s degree in education. Learn more about me.

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