Description
Delight in these Crispy Edge Brownie Bites, perfectly baked mini treats that combine a crunchy exterior with a fudgy, chewy center. Ideal for portion control and sharing, these brownie bites are simple to make with everyday ingredients and offer an irresistible balance of textures in every bite.
Ingredients
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Brownie Batter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional, for extra gooeyness)
For Greasing
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for greasing the pan)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a mini muffin tin or a regular muffin tin with vegetable oil or line with paper liners to prevent sticking.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Sift the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder into the wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix to ensure tender brownie bites.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips (Optional): If desired, fold the chocolate chips into the batter to add extra gooey pockets of chocolate throughout.
- Scoop and Fill: Spoon about 1 tablespoon of brownie batter into each muffin cup, filling them about half to two-thirds full. This allows room for the batter to rise and form crispy edges.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs, but not wet batter. The edges should look crispy and slightly pulled away from the sides of the tin.
- Cool: Let the brownie bites cool in the muffin tin for about 5 minutes to set. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely for best texture.
- Serve: Once cooled, serve and enjoy these perfectly crispy, chewy, and fudgy brownie bites as a delightful snack or dessert.
Notes
- Using a mini muffin tin will yield smaller, bite-sized brownies perfect for snacking.
- Do not overbake; removing the brownie bites slightly underdone ensures fudginess inside.
- Chocolate chips are optional but recommended for extra melty chocolate pockets.
- For easier removal, consider using paper liners or greasing well with vegetable oil.
- Store cooled brownie bites in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
