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These brownie bites were totally inspired by those Little Bites brownie packs that my kids (and let’s be honest, I) love so much. But instead of buying the pre-packaged brownie bites, I figured, why not make a homemade version that’s just as delicious but with ingredients I can actually pronounce? And here they are!
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What I love most about these brownie bites is that they’re made in a mini muffin pan, so you get a perfect two-bite-sized portion every time. These have quickly become a staple in our house, especially for lunchbox treats or an after-dinner dessert that hits the spot without going overboard.
Recipe At a Glance
Cuisine Inspiration: American
Primary Cooking Method: Oven
Key Flavor: Chocolate
Skill Level: Easy
Summary
- Bakes in Just 12 Minutes: One of my favorite things about these brownie bites is how quickly they come together. You mix everything up, pop them in the oven, and in 12 minutes, you’ve got warm, fudgy bites ready to devour.
- Perfect Little Snacks: These brownie bites are the best for when you want just a small, sweet bite.
- One Bowl to Mix it All: You melt the chocolate and add the wet and dry ingredients all to the same bowl. It makes my heart happy not to wash a ton of dishes!
Ingredients to Make Homemade Brownie Bites
- Chocolate Chips: I like to use semi-sweet chocolate chips for a richer chocolate flavor.
- Unsalted Butter: Butter adds richness and moisture. I always go for unsalted so I can control the amount of salt in the recipe.
- Granulated Sugar: This gives the brownies their sweetness and helps create that slightly crispy top we all love in a good brownie.
- Unsweetened Cocoa Powder: For a deep, chocolatey flavor, cocoa powder is a must. It intensifies the chocolate taste without adding extra sweetness.
- Eggs: Eggs are the binding agent here, helping to hold everything together.
- Vanilla Extract: Just a splash of vanilla enhances the chocolate flavor.
- All-Purpose Flour: Flour gives the brownie bites structure without making them too cakey. We want these to stay fudgy!
- Salt: A little salt balances the sweetness and brings out the flavors of the chocolate.
Popular Substitutions & Additions
- Switch Up the Chocolate: If you prefer a different type of chocolate, feel free to swap the semi-sweet chocolate chips for dark, milk, or even white chocolate chips. Each one will give a unique twist to the flavor.
- Add Some Nuts: If you love a bit of crunch in your brownies, toss in some chopped walnuts, pecans, or almonds. They add great texture.
- Go Gluten-Free: You can easily make these brownie bites gluten-free by using a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend in place of the all-purpose flour. They’ll still turn out rich and delicious.
- Extra Flavor Boost: For a little something extra, try adding a teaspoon of instant espresso powder to the batter. It deepens the chocolate flavor without making the brownies taste like coffee.
- Mix in Some Extras: If you’re feeling adventurous, you can mix in mini chocolate chips, toffee bits, or even swirl in some peanut butter or caramel for an extra indulgent treat.
How to Make Brownie Bites
Go grab a bowl and a spoon and preheat that oven!
Tips for Making the Best Homemade Brownie Bites
- Don’t Overmix the Batter. When you’re mixing in the flour, just go easy on it. Stop as soon as it’s combined. Overmixing can make the brownies a bit tougher, and we’re all about keeping them fudgy and soft.
- Keep an Eye on the Bake Time. These little guys only need about 12 minutes in the oven. They can go from perfectly fudgy to overbaked pretty quickly, so keep an eye on them. The edges should be set, but the centers should still look a bit soft.
- Let Them Cool Completely. I know it’s hard, but try to let the brownie bites cool in the pan before digging in. They’ll firm up nicely and won’t fall apart when you take them out.
Frequently Asked Questions
Store your brownie bites in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for up to 5. If you want to keep them longer, they freeze really well. Just pop them in a freezer-safe bag, and they’ll keep for up to 3 months.
If your brownie bites turned out dry, they may have been overbaked. They only need about 12 minutes in the oven. Make sure to remove them from the oven when the edges are set, but the centers are still slightly soft. Also, be careful not to overmix the batter, as that can make them tougher.
Sure! If you want to make larger brownies, you can use a full-sized muffin tin. Just keep in mind that the baking time will be a bit longer—start checking them around the 18-20 minute mark to avoid overbaking. The edges should be set, and the centers should still look slightly soft.
More Brownie Recipes:
- Date Brownies
- Zucchini Brownies
- Tahini Brownies
- Greek Yogurt Brownies
- Vegan Peppermint Brownies
- Fudgy Heart Shaped Brownies
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Brownie Bites
Ingredients
- Cooking spray
- ¾ cup chocolate chips
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350˚F and lightly coat a 24-cup mini muffin pan with cooking spray.
- In a medium-sized microwave-safe bowl, place the butter and chocolate chips, then microwave for approximately 1 minute until melted. Alternatively, you can use a bowl over simmering water, stirring until the melted mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add sugar and cocoa powder to the melted mixture, whisking until fully combined. Whisk in the eggs, one at a time, and stir in the vanilla until combined.
- Add flour and salt and use a rubber spatula to fold together until no flour streaks remain.
- Using a medium spring-loaded cookie scoop, scoop about 1.5 tablespoons of the batter evenly into the muffin pan. Bake for 12 minutes or until the brownies are set on the sides, being careful not to over bake. Remember, the brownies will continue to set as they cool in the pan.
- Once baked, transfer the pan to a wire rack and allow the brownies to cool completely, about 30-45 minutes, before removing them from the pan.
Nutrition
Nutrition information provided is an estimate. It will vary based on cooking method and specific ingredients used.
Hi, I love all your recipes. Wondering if I could make this in an 8 x 8 pan? What would be the cooking time? Saves the time of scooping out each individual portion for the mini muffin tray. Just wondering to speed up time and cut later. Thanks.
Thanks, Chris! I haven’t tried making these brownie bites in a pan but I don’t see why it wouldn’t work. Please let me know how they turn out if you end up trying it out!