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Crispy Edge Brownie Bites Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 24 brownie bites
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Crispy Edge Brownie Bites are the perfect treat for fans of the chewy, caramelized edges of a classic brownie pan. These bite-sized delights feature crisp, crackly edges with rich, fudgy centers, offering the best of both worlds in every bite. Ideal for parties, snack trays, or satisfying chocolate cravings, these mini brownies are easy to make and irresistibly delicious.


Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
  • Nonstick spray or butter for greasing mini muffin pan


Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a mini muffin tin thoroughly with butter or nonstick spray to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the brownie bites.
  2. Mix Butter and Sugar: In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and well combined, creating a rich base for the batter.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the eggs and vanilla extract into the mixture, stirring until fully combined to add moisture and flavor to the batter.
  4. Sift and Add Dry Ingredients: Sift in the unsweetened cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir gently until just combined to maintain a tender texture—avoid overmixing to prevent toughness.
  5. Fold in Chocolate Chips: If using, fold the mini chocolate chips into the batter evenly for added bursts of chocolate in each bite.
  6. Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin pan cavities, filling each about 3/4 full. For extra crispy edges, slightly overfill the cavities.
  7. Bake: Bake the brownie bites for 12–15 minutes, or until the edges are firm and crispy and the centers have set but remain fudgy.
  8. Cool and Remove: Let the brownie bites cool in the pan for 5–10 minutes. Gently remove each brownie with a knife or offset spatula to keep their shape intact.

Notes

  • For extra crispy edges, slightly overfill each cavity when spooning in batter.
  • Avoid overbaking to keep the centers soft and fudgy.
  • Store brownie bites in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
  • Freeze the brownie bites for longer storage; thaw before serving.