Peppermint Brownie Bites Recipe

These Peppermint Brownie Bites are a delightful treat perfect for the holiday season. Combining rich chocolate brownies with a refreshing peppermint twist, they make an excellent addition to your Christmas desserts.

This recipe is simple and quick, allowing you to whip up a batch of these festive bites in no time. They are sure to impress your family and friends during holiday gatherings.

Festive Peppermint Brownie Bites

These brownie bites are made with a fudgy brownie base and topped with a creamy peppermint frosting. Each bite is a perfect balance of chocolate and mint, making them a favorite during the holiday season. The recipe yields about 24 bites and takes approximately 45 minutes to prepare and bake.

Ingredients

1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup granulated 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 teaspoon peppermint extract
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract (for frosting)
Crushed candy canes for garnish

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a mini muffin tin or line it with mini cupcake liners.
Make the Brownie Batter: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in the sugar, eggs, and vanilla until well combined. Mix in the cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder until just combined.
Fill the Muffin Tin: Spoon the brownie batter into the prepared mini muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Let cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Prepare the Frosting: In a medium bowl, mix the powdered sugar, milk, and peppermint extract until smooth and creamy. Adjust the consistency with more milk or powdered sugar as needed.
Frost the Brownie Bites: Once the brownie bites are completely cool, spread or pipe the peppermint frosting on top of each bite.
Garnish: Sprinkle crushed candy canes on top of the frosting for a festive touch. Allow the frosting to set before serving.