Description
A nostalgic twist on the classic Hostess Sno Balls! These fudgy, dense chocolate brownies are topped with a layer of gooey marshmallow buttercream and finished with a bright pink, toasted coconut coating. Perfect for a festive treat or to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings.
Ingredients
For the Brownies:
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter
• 2 oz unsweetened chocolate, chopped
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 tsp salt
For the Topping:
• 1 (7 oz) jar marshmallow fluff (or marshmallow creme)
• 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 3-5 drops hot pink food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat & Prepare: Preheat the oven to 325°F. Line an 8×8-inch pan with foil and lightly spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- Brownie Batter: In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the butter and chopped chocolate together, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and whisk in the sugar. Then whisk in the eggs and vanilla extract. Stir in the flour and salt until just combined.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly. Bake for about 40 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs (do not overbake). Allow brownies to cool completely in the pan.
- Prepare Topping: While the brownies cool, place the shredded coconut, cornstarch, and food coloring in a food processor. Pulse until the coconut is evenly tinted and finely chopped (but still retains some texture).
- Assemble: Once the brownies are cool, spread a generous layer of marshmallow fluff evenly over the top. Immediately sprinkle the pink coconut mixture over the fluff, gently pressing it into the surface.
- Set & Serve: Allow the topping to set for at least 4 hours (or overnight) in the refrigerator before cutting into squares and serving. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
For easier spreading, microwave the marshmallow fluff for 20–25 seconds before applying.
• Adjust food coloring gradually to achieve your desired bright pink hue.
• These brownies are best enjoyed chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 365 kcal
- Sugar: 40 g
- Sodium: 204 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg