Pine Cone Brownies with Chocapic Cereal and Powdered Sugar Recipe
These Pine Cone Brownies are a delightful twist on a traditional brownie, featuring a crunchy cereal coating that resembles the texture and look of pine cones. Baked to perfection and slightly warm when served, they offer a delicious combination of fudgy chocolate goodness and a crisp exterior, dusted with powdered sugar for a touch of sweetness and visual appeal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Brownies
- 12 homemade or store-bought brownies, baked and slightly cooled (still warm)
Cereal Coating
- 1–2 cups (60 g) Chocapic cereal
Topping
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the Brownies: Bake your favorite brownie recipe in a pan and allow them to cool slightly, so they are warm but manageable for handling.
- Crush the Cereal: Lightly crush the Chocapic cereal to create small clusters that mimic the texture of pine cones without turning them into fine crumbs.
- Coat the Brownies: Press each warm brownie gently into the crushed cereal until evenly coated, ensuring the cereal sticks well to the surface to form a pine cone-like exterior.
- Set the Coating: Place the coated brownies on a tray to allow the cereal layer to settle and adhere properly.
- Dust with Powdered Sugar: Generously sprinkle powdered sugar over the coated brownies, enhancing the pine cone appearance and adding a subtle sweetness.
- Serve Warm: Enjoy these pine cone brownies while they are still slightly warm for the best texture and flavor experience.
Notes
- Use brownies that are still warm to help the cereal adhere better.
- Lightly crushing the cereal is key to achieving the pine cone effect without making the coating too fine.
- Powdered sugar adds a lovely snowy effect and subtle sweetness but can be adjusted based on preference.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free brownie mix and cereal.
- Store leftover brownies in an airtight container to maintain crispness.
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