Save Rich, fudgy brownie bites infused with espresso and cool peppermint, topped with a silky chocolate glaze perfect for festive gatherings or as a decadent treat.
I first made these brownie bites for a holiday party and they were a huge hit with friends and family.
Ingredients
- For the Brownie Bites: 115 g (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, 100 g (3.5 oz) dark chocolate chopped, 150 g (3/4 cup) granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1 tbsp instant espresso powder, 1/2 tsp peppermint extract, 80 g (2/3 cup) all-purpose flour, 1/4 tsp fine sea salt
- For the Chocolate Glaze: 85 g (3 oz) semi-sweet chocolate chopped, 2 tbsp unsalted butter, 1/4 tsp peppermint extract
- For Garnish: 2 tbsp crushed peppermint candies or candy canes
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease a 24-cup mini muffin tin or line with mini paper liners.
- Step 2:
- In a heatproof bowl melt butter and dark chocolate together (microwave in 30-second bursts stirring between each) until smooth.
- Step 3:
- Whisk in sugar followed by eggs one at a time. Mix in vanilla extract espresso powder and peppermint extract until well combined.
- Step 4:
- Sift in flour and salt gently folding until just incorporated. Do not overmix.
- Step 5:
- Spoon batter evenly into prepared muffin tin filling each cup about 3/4 full.
- Step 6:
- Bake for 16 18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs. Cool completely in the pan.
- Step 7:
- For the glaze melt semi-sweet chocolate and butter together until smooth. Stir in peppermint extract.
- Step 8:
- Spoon or drizzle glaze over cooled brownie bites. Immediately sprinkle with crushed peppermint candies.
- Step 9:
- Allow glaze to set before serving.
Save These treats always bring smiles at family gatherings especially during the holiday season.
Required Tools
Mini muffin tin (24-cup) Mixing bowls Whisk Spoon or small cookie scoop Heatproof bowl or microwave-safe bowl
Allergen Information
Contains Eggs Milk (Butter Chocolate) Wheat (Flour) May contain traces of nuts if using certain chocolates or candies&check labels if allergies are a concern.
Nutritional Information
Calories 110 Total Fat 6 g Carbohydrates 14 g Protein 1 g per serving
Save Enjoy these brownie bites as a perfect holiday treat and store leftovers properly for best taste.
Kitchen Guide
- → How can I enhance the mocha flavor in these brownie bites?
Increase the instant espresso powder up to 1.5 tablespoons for a stronger coffee aroma without altering texture.
- → What alternatives can I use for dark chocolate?
Milk or white chocolate can replace dark chocolate to create a milder, sweeter variation while maintaining texture.
- → How do I achieve a smooth glaze consistency?
Melt the semi-sweet chocolate and butter slowly, stirring continuously to avoid lumps before adding peppermint extract.
- → Can I prepare these brownie bites in advance?
Yes, they keep well for up to three days at room temperature in an airtight container or can be frozen for up to one month.
- → What tools are best for portioning the batter evenly?
A small cookie scoop or spoon works well to fill mini muffin cups evenly, ensuring uniform baking.