Chocolate-Dipped Brownie Bites (Brownies) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup butter
2 tablespoons water
4 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips, divided
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 eggs
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
2 tablespoons shortening
other christmas candies or candy sprinkles

Preparation

For Brownies: In a saucepan, bring the sugar, butter and water to a boil over medium heat; remove from the heat.
Stir in 1 cup chocolate chips and vanilla; stir until smooth. Cool for 5 minutes.
Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Combine flour, salt and baking soda; stir into chocolate mixture. Stir in 1 cup chocolate chips.
Pour into a greased 9-inch square baking pan. Bake at 325\u00b0F for 35 minutes or until set.
Cool completely. Place in the freezer for 30-40 minutes (do not freeze completely). Cut into squares.
For Coating: In a heavy saucepan or microwave, melt remaining chips with shortening; stir until smooth.
Using a small plastic fork with two middle tines broken off, dip brownies to completely coat; shake off excess.
Place brownies on waxed paper-lined baking sheets; immediately decorate with M&M's or other toppings as desired or drizzle with melted baking chips.
Let stand until set. Store in a sealed container in a cool place.