## Easy and Delicious Brownie Bites in Muffin Pans
If you’re a brownie lover who enjoys every bite dripping with rich, decadent goodness, then you’d love these Brownie Bites baked in muffin pans. They’re easy to make, perfectly portioned and guaranteed to satisfy any chocolate craving!
## Why Make This Recipe
They say good things come in small packages, and this recipe is the perfect blend of two great things – brownies and muffins. Baking brownies in muffin pans allows for individual portion sizes, ensuring each bite is as perfect as the one before. Plus, it’s fun and something different from your regular brownies!
## How to Make Delicious Brownie Bites
### Ingredients :
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter
– 3/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup brown 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 or chunks
### Directions :
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin pan or line with muffin liners.
2. Melt the butter in a saucepan or microwave-safe bowl. Allow to cool slightly.
3. Stir in the granulated and brown sugars until well combined.
4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
5. In a separate bowl, mix together the cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder. Then gradually mix these dry ingredients into the butter mixture.
6. Add in the chocolate chips or chunks.
7. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
8. Bake for 18-20 minutes. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out mostly clean.
9. Let the brownie bites cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
## How to Serve Delicious Brownie Bites
After letting your brownie bites cool, serve them warm with a scoop of your favorite ice cream, or topped with powdered sugar or cocoa powder. They’re also delicious just as they are!
## How to Store Delicious Brownie Bites
Store your brownie bites in an airtight container at room temperature. They will stay fresh and delicious for up to 3 days.
## Tips to Make Delicious Brownie Bites
Remember not to overmix your batter to keep your brownie bites fudgy. Also, the baking time may vary slightly, so keep an eye on your brownies towards the end.
## Variations
If you’d like to experiment, feel free to add nuts into your batter, or even tint the batter with food coloring for an extra visual pop.
## FAQs
### Can I use a different type of sugar?
Yes, you can use different types of sugar. Bear in mind however that using different sugars may slightly alter the flavor and texture of your brownie bites.
### Should I use muffin liners?
Using muffin liners can help with easy removal of the brownie bites, plus it makes for easier cleanup. However, if you prefer, you can just grease your muffin pans instead.
### Can I freeze the brownie bites?
Yes, these brownie bites freeze well for up to 3 months. Just ensure that they’re completely cooled before freezing.
Happy baking brownie lovers!