Peppermint Brownie Bites Recipe
Peppermint Brownie Bites are rich, fudgy mini brownies topped with a cool peppermint frosting and crushed candy canes for the perfect holiday treat. Each bite delivers a chocolate–peppermint combo that’s festive, decadent, and incredibly easy to make. These bite-sized desserts are ideal for parties, gifting, cookie boxes, or whenever you need a quick holiday sweet that looks impressive but takes minimal effort.
Ingredients
Dry ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet ingredients
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping
- 1/3 cup crushed peppermint candies
- Optional: 1/2 cup melted white chocolate for drizzling
Instructions
1. Mix the dry ingredients
- Add flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt to a bowl. Whisk them until they look even. This prevents clumps and keeps the batter smooth.
2. Add the wet ingredients
- Pour in melted butter, eggs, and vanilla. Stir with a spatula. Don’t overmix or the brownies will turn dense. Stop when everything is combined.
3. Fill the mini muffin pan
- Grease the pan. Fill each cup about two-thirds full. This gives them space to rise without spilling over.
4. Bake
- Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 10–12 minutes. Take them out when the tops look set. A toothpick should come out with light crumbs, not wet batter.
5. Add the peppermint topping
- Sprinkle crushed peppermint on top while the brownies are warm. It sticks better this way. Let them cool before removing them from the pan so they don’t break.
6. Optional white chocolate drizzle
- If you want extra color, drizzle melted white chocolate across the tops. Let it set before serving.
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Notes
📝 Notes
- Use high-quality cocoa powder for a deeper chocolate flavor.
- Swap peppermint extract with vanilla if you prefer a milder taste.
- Mix the batter gently to avoid dry or dense brownie bites.
- Crush candy canes just before using so they stay crisp and bright.
- Chill the bites before frosting for cleaner, smoother topping.
- Use mini muffin liners to prevent sticking and easy removal.
- Store frosted bites in an airtight container for 3–4 days.
- Freeze unfrosted brownie bites up to 2 months for make-ahead prep.
🍽️ Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Calories: ~165Carbohydrates: ~22g
Fiber: ~1g
Sugars: ~17g
Protein: ~2g
Fat: ~8g
Saturated Fat: ~4g
Cholesterol: ~30mg
Sodium: ~95mg
Potassium: ~80mg
Calcium: ~20mg
Iron: ~1mg