Easy Fudgy Muffin Pan Brownie Bites

Ingredients

• 4.1 ozUnsalted butter
• 7.1 ozGranulated sugar
• 2 unitsLarge eggs
• 1 teaspoonVanilla extract
• 2.3 ozAll-purpose flour
• 1.1 ozUnsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.3 teaspoonSalt
• 2.1 ozChocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Lightly grease or line a 12-cup mini muffin pan with paper liners. This recipe makes about 12 mini brownie bites.

2. 2

   In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the unsalted butter. Allow it to cool slightly while you prepare other ingredients.

   ⏱ 1 min
3. 3

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the slightly cooled melted butter and granulated sugar. Whisk them together until the mixture is smooth and evenly incorporated.

   ⏱ 1 min
4. 4

   Add the eggs to the butter and sugar mixture, one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until the batter appears smooth and glossy.

   ⏱ 2 min
5. 5

   In a separate small bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and salt until there are no lumps.

   ⏱ 1 min
6. 6

   Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, folding gently with a spatula or spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. If using, fold in the chocolate chips.

   ⏱ 2 min
7. 7

   Divide the brownie batter evenly among the prepared mini muffin cups, filling each approximately two-thirds full.

   ⏱ 2 min
8. 8

   Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a brownie bite comes out with moist crumbs attached (it should not be completely clean, which indicates overbaking for a fudgy brownie).

   ⏱ 20 min
9. 9

   Let the brownie bites cool in the muffin pan for 10 minutes before carefully transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!

   ⏱ 10 min