Peppermint Brownie Bites Recipe
Peppermint Brownie Bites are a holiday dessert that combines rich, fudgy chocolate with a refreshing peppermint twist.These bite-sized treats are easy to prepare, festive to serve, and make a perfect addition to holiday gatherings or gift boxes.
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon peppermint extract adjust to taste
- ⅓ cup cocoa powder
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ cup chocolate chips optional for extra richness
- ¼ cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes for garnish
Instructions
Prepare Your Baking Area
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a mini muffin tin or line it with mini cupcake liners for easy removal.
- Set out all ingredients to ensure a smooth baking process.
Mix the Batter
- In a large mixing bowl, combine melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Whisk until smooth.
- Add in the eggs, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract, then mix well.
- Sift in the cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder, folding until just combined. Avoid overmixing, as this can make the brownies less fudgy.
- For an extra touch of richness, fold in the chocolate chips.
Bake
- Spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin tin, filling each cavity about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean (a few moist crumbs are okay, as they’ll firm up as they cool).
- Allow the brownie bites to cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Optional Substitutions:
- For a gluten-free option, swap the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend.
- To make these vegan, replace the eggs with a flaxseed or chia seed egg substitute, and use a dairy-free butter alternative.