Save to Pinterest 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 love making these during the holiday season because they always impress guests and satisfy sweet cravings.
Ingredients
- Unsalted butter: 115 g (1/2 cup)
- Dark chocolate, chopped: 100 g (3.5 oz)
- Granulated sugar: 150 g (3/4 cup)
- Large eggs: 2
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
- Instant espresso powder: 1 tbsp
- Peppermint extract: 1/2 tsp
- All-purpose flour: 80 g (2/3 cup)
- Fine sea salt: 1/4 tsp
- Semi-sweet chocolate, chopped: 85 g (3 oz)
- Unsalted butter: 2 tbsp
- Peppermint extract: 1/4 tsp
- Crushed peppermint candies or candy canes: 2 tbsp
Instructions
- Preheat oven:
- Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F) Grease a 24-cup mini muffin tin or line with mini paper liners
- Melt butter and chocolate:
- In a heatproof bowl melt butter and dark chocolate together (microwave in 30-second bursts stirring between each) until smooth
- Mix sugar and eggs:
- Whisk in sugar followed by eggs one at a time Mix in vanilla extract espresso powder and peppermint extract until well combined
- Add dry ingredients:
- Sift in flour and salt gently folding until just incorporated Do not overmix
- Fill muffin tin:
- Spoon batter evenly into prepared muffin tin filling each cup about 3/4 full
- Bake:
- 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
- Prepare glaze:
- For the glaze melt semi-sweet chocolate and butter together until smooth Stir in peppermint extract
- Glaze brownie bites:
- Spoon or drizzle glaze over cooled brownie bites Immediately sprinkle with crushed peppermint candies
- Set glaze:
- Allow glaze to set before serving
Save to Pinterest My family always gathers eagerly when these peppermint mocha brownie bites come out fresh from the oven, making holidays extra special.
Notes
Swap dark chocolate for milk or white chocolate for a different flavor
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
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These brownie bites are an effortless way to add festive flavor to your dessert table.
Recipe FAQs
- → Can I substitute espresso powder with instant coffee?
Yes, instant coffee can be used but may result in a milder mocha flavor compared to espresso powder.
- → What is the best way to melt the chocolate and butter mixture?
Melting them together in short microwave bursts or using a double boiler until smooth prevents burning and ensures even consistency.
- → How do I prevent the brownie bites from drying out?
Avoid overbaking by removing them when a toothpick shows moist crumbs and store in an airtight container at room temperature.
- → Can I replace peppermint extract with another flavor?
Yes, vanilla or almond extract can be used, but it will change the refreshing minty characteristic of the bites.
- → How should I store leftover brownie bites?
Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days, or freeze them for up to a month to preserve freshness.