Name: Brownie Bites
Yield: 15

This fudgy Brownie Bites Recipe is straightforward to make from scratch and has a gooey center that stays soft, like mini lava-filled cookie cups!

author’s note

Gooey Centers. Chewy Edges. All Chocolate.

Brownies and cookies are my top two desserts (I know, classic combo). So why not mix the two into one epic treat? I was craving something chocolatey but didn’t want to commit to a full batch of either, so these were born. And honestly? They might be my new favorite.

Each mini bite has that rich, chewy brownie texture with a gooey chocolate center, like a molten lava cake in cookie form. Yes, please.

They’re made from scratch but come together fast, which is key when you need a chocolate fix right away.

Brownie Bites Recipe Ingredients

Ingredient	Helpful Tip
Flour	Spoon and level to avoid adding too much.
Dutch-Process Cocoa Powder	Dutch-process is important here for the best chocolate flavor and texture.
Brown & Granulated Sugar	This combination gives the bites sweetness, moisture, and chewy edges.
Baking Powder	Adds just enough lift without making them cakey.
Chocolate Chips	Melt with the butter to create the rich brownie base. Then use mini chocolate chips to mix throughout the dough.
Unsalted Butter	Melt with the chocolate chips until completely smooth.
Egg	Let the melted chocolate cool before mixing it in.
Chocolate Bar	Place a small piece on each bite for a soft, gooey center. It is satisfying to Lindt chocolate.

Quick Tip

Why microwave chocolate in intervals? Microwaving continuously can scorch the chocolate, compromising its flavor and texture. By pausing to stir between short bursts, you evenly distribute the residual heat, preventing scorching. Trust me, it’s worth the extra care.!

How To Make This Brownie Bites Recipe

Combine dry ingredients: flour, cocoa powder, sugars, baking powder, salt, and mini chocolate chips.
In a separate bowl, microwave semi-sweet chocolate chips and butter in 15-second intervals, stirring after each until smooth.
Mix in the egg.
Combine wet and dry mixtures, stirring until just combined.
Scoop dough into mini muffin tins. Expect around 15 bites.
Top each with a piece of chopped chocolate bar; no need to press in.
Bake and enjoy when freshly out of the oven.

chelsea’s recipe tips

Tips For Success

Prep the Pan: Spray a mini muffin pan well with cooking spray. If it tends to stick, sprinkle a little dusting cocoa powder or flour on top.
Cocoa Choice: Use Dutch-process cocoa for a stronger chocolate flavor—it makes this brownie bites recipe taste even better.
Cooling Time: Let the bites cool for 45 minutes to an hour. The centers stay soft from the chocolate bar and slowly set as they cool.

Storage

Keep this brownie bites recipe in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 1 week. Microwave for 5–10 seconds to bring back the gooey center.