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 peppermint mocha brownie bites during the holidays, and they became an instant family favorite, perfect for gifting and sharing.
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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
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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.
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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 per serving, Total Fat: 6 g, Carbohydrates: 14 g, Protein: 1 g
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Enjoy these festive brownie bites as a delightful treat or share them to spread holiday cheer.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What gives these bites their mocha flavor?
Instant espresso powder is added to the batter, providing a rich mocha undertone that complements the dark chocolate perfectly.
- → Can I use a different type of chocolate?
Yes, dark chocolate can be substituted with milk or white chocolate to adjust the sweetness and flavor profile according to preference.
- → How do I achieve the peppermint flavor?
Peppermint extract is combined both in the batter and the chocolate glaze, while crushed peppermint candies add an extra festive touch on top.
- → What is the best way to bake these bites evenly?
Using a 24-cup mini muffin tin and filling each cup about 3/4 full ensures uniform size and even baking throughout.
- → How should these brownie bites be stored?
Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or freeze for longer storage, up to one month.
