Candy Cane Brownie Lollipops

Candy Cane Brownie Lollipops
1 pkg. (18-21 oz.) fudge brownie mix (plus ingredients to make brownies)
24 candy canes
10 oz. chocolate flavored almond bark
additional decorations such as red jimmies (optional)
1. Line pan with piece of parchment paper. lightly spray with pam and set aside. Prepare brownie mix according to pakg. directions; pour batter into pan. Bake 30 min. or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out with moist crumbs attached. Remove from oven to cooling rack; cool 20 min. or until slightly warm.
2. Meanwhile, cut off straight ends of candy canes to form 4 1/2 in. sticks using a utility knife. Place candy cane tops into resealable plastic bag and crush using flat side of Meat tenderizer; set aside.
3. Using medium scoop, scoop brownie into 24 rounded scoops, packing brownie into scoop using hands. (entire brownie will be used) Roll brownie scoops into smooth balls. Insert candy cane sticks into center of balls, mounding brownie around each stick.
4. Place almond bark into small microwaveable bowl. mircowave according to package directions until melted and smooth. Spoon melted bark evenly over each brownie ball, turning to coat completely. Allow excess bark to drip off. Dip into reserved crushed candy canes or jimmies and stand upright on a piece of parchment paper. Let stand until set. Place into miniature cupcake liners.
yield:24 servings
submitted by: Carrie Brady/ pampered chef