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Brownie Bites Recipe

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  • Author: Lily
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 17 minutes
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 brownie bites
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Brownie Bites are rich, fudgy, and perfectly portioned mini treats that bake up in just 30 minutes. Featuring a deep chocolate flavor enhanced by Dutch process cocoa powder and mini semi-sweet chocolate chips, they are ideal for parties, snacks, or anytime chocolate craving hits. The bite-sized brownies are dusted with cocoa powder for extra elegance and can be topped with cream cheese frosting for a decadent finish.

Ingredients

Brownie Bites

  • 9 Tbsp unsalted butter, cut into 1 Tbsp pieces
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 tsp heaping salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla bean paste
  • 2/3 cup (86g) all-purpose flour (spoon and level to measure)
  • 6 Tbsp (36g) Dutch process cocoa powder, plus 2 tsp for dusting pan
  • 1/2 cup (85g) mini semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure an even baking temperature for the brownie bites.
  2. Prepare Muffin Pan: Spray a 24-cup mini muffin pan with non-stick cooking spray. Then dust the pan evenly with 2 teaspoons of cocoa powder. Shake off any excess and set aside to prevent sticking and impart subtle chocolate flavor.
  3. Melt Butter: Place the butter pieces in a large microwave-safe mixing bowl. Heat in the microwave until just melted, then allow to cool slightly so it does not cook the eggs when added.
  4. Mix Sugar and Eggs: Whisk the granulated sugar and salt into the slightly cooled melted butter. Then whisk in the eggs and vanilla bean paste until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  5. Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the all-purpose flour and Dutch process cocoa powder until fully incorporated, making sure to scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl to avoid lumps.
  6. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently stir in the mini semi-sweet chocolate chips to distribute evenly throughout the batter.
  7. Portion Batter: Using a #40 scoop or a tablespoon, portion about 1.5 tablespoons of batter into each prepared mini muffin cup, filling nearly full for a nice rounded top.
  8. Bake: Place the muffin pan in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 17 minutes, or until the brownie bites are just set. Test doneness with a toothpick inserted in the center; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs, no raw batter.
  9. Cool: Allow the brownie bites to cool in the pan for 15 minutes to set up, then carefully remove them and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Optional Topping: If desired, top each brownie bite with a small swirl of cream cheese frosting for added richness and tang. (See Notes for frosting recipe.)

Notes

  • Use Dutch process cocoa powder for a richer, deeper chocolate flavor and better color.
  • Make sure to dust the pan with cocoa powder instead of flour for better chocolate flavor and texture.
  • For the cream cheese frosting topping: combine 4 oz softened cream cheese, 1/4 cup unsalted softened butter, 1 cup powdered sugar, and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract; beat until smooth and fluffy.
  • Store leftover brownie bites in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • For an extra fudgy texture, slightly underbake (remove at 15 minutes) but ensure they are set enough to hold their shape.

Find it online: https://dishmelt.com/brownie-bites-recipe/