These brownie bites are rich, fudgy in the center, and perfectly crisp around the edges thanks to the muffin pan. They’re easy to make and perfect for parties, tea time, or dessert trays.
Ingredients
- ½ cup (115 g) butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup cocoa powder
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp baking powder
- ½ cup chocolate chips (optional)
Optional Toppings
- Mini chocolate chips
- Chopped nuts
- Caramel drizzle
- Powdered sugar
- Peanut butter swirl
Instructions
1. Prepare the oven
- Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F).
- Grease a 12-cup muffin pan or line with paper liners.
2. Make the brownie batter
- Melt butter in a bowl.
- Whisk in sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs and vanilla.
- Stir in cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder.
- Fold in chocolate chips if using.
3. Fill the muffin pan
- Spoon batter into muffin cups about ¾ full.
4. Bake
- Bake for 12–15 minutes.
- Centers should look slightly soft for fudgy brownie bites.
5. Cool & serve
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
- Remove carefully and serve warm or chilled.
Tips for Perfect Brownie Bites
- Don’t overbake — they continue cooking while cooling.
- Chill for extra fudgy texture.
- Add a small square of chocolate in the center before baking for molten bites.
Flavor Variations
Peanut Butter Brownie Bites
Swirl peanut butter into the batter before baking.
Oreo Brownie Bites
Press half an Oreo into each muffin cup.
Nutty Brownie Bites
Add walnuts or almonds for crunch.
