Chocolate-Covered Brownie Bars
Chocolate-Covered Brownie Bars are the ultimate treat for chocolate lovers. Imagine a rich, fudgy brownie base coated in a glossy layer of perfectly melted chocolate—every bite delivering pure indulgence. These bars make an excellent dessert for parties, holidays, bake sales, lunchboxes, or those nights when you simply want something intensely chocolatey and satisfying.
This recipe is simple, uses basic pantry ingredients, and gives you a dessert that tastes like it came straight from a fancy bakery. The key is allowing the brownies to cool completely before cutting and dipping—this gives you those clean, beautiful edges and helps the chocolate coating adhere for that mouthwatering snap!
Ingredients
For the Fudgy Brownies
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional: 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chopped nuts
For the Chocolate Coating
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet or dark chocolate
- 1–2 teaspoons coconut oil (optional for glossy, smooth coating)
Tools Needed
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk and spatula
- 8×8 or 9×9-inch baking pan
- Parchment paper
- Double boiler or microwave-safe bowl
- Cutting knife
- Dipping fork or regular fork
How To Make Chocolate-Covered Brownie Bars
Step 1: Make the Brownie Base
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking pan with parchment paper. Melt the butter, then whisk it together with the granulated sugar until smooth. Add in the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until the batter becomes thick, glossy, and well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Be careful not to overmix—just stir until everything is incorporated. If you’re adding nuts or chocolate chips, fold them in now.
Step 2: Bake the Brownies
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly soft but not jiggly. When your kitchen smells like rich chocolate heaven, you know they’re just about ready!
Step 3: Cool Completely
Allow the brownies to cool fully—this is essential. Warm brownies will crumble when cut or dipped. Cooling ensures clean cuts and helps the chocolate coating stick perfectly.
Step 4: Slice Into Bars
Lift the brownies out of the pan using the parchment paper edges. Place on a cutting board and cut into bars or squares, depending on your preferred size.
Step 5: Dip in Chocolate
Melt the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler, adding coconut oil if desired. Dip each brownie bar into the melted chocolate, allowing the excess to drip off. Set dipped brownies on a parchment-lined tray.
Step 6: Chill & Enjoy
Refrigerate the chocolate-covered brownies for 10–15 minutes until the coating hardens. Serve chilled or at room temperature. These are dangerously delicious—don’t be surprised if you end up eating more than one!
Storage Tips
- Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container up to 3 days.
- Refrigerator: Keeps for up to 1 week.
- Freezer: Freeze for up to 2 months (wrap individually).
Recipe Notes
- Use high-quality chocolate for the coating—this greatly improves flavor and texture.
- Coconut oil helps create a shiny, smooth chocolate shell.
- For extra indulgence, drizzle with white chocolate after dipping.
- Want bakery-style edges? Trim the brownie edges slightly before cutting bars.
Final Thoughts
These Chocolate-Covered Brownie Bars combine the best of both worlds—fudgy, rich brownies and smooth chocolate coating. They are simple to make, look stunning, and taste even better than store-bought treats. Perfect for holidays, special occasions, or whenever you need a quick chocolate fix!