Imagine sinking your teeth into a rich, chocolatey brownie bite that bursts with the iconic Australian Cherry Ripe chocolate bar flavor. These miniature desserts are not just brownies – they're a luxurious experience that transforms an ordinary treat into an extraordinary culinary adventure. Perfect for parties, afternoon tea, or when you need a small but intense chocolate fix, these Cherry Ripe Brownie Bites will transport your taste buds to dessert paradise with every single bite.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: Australian
Serves: 12 brownie bites
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup cherry ripe chocolate bars, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a mini muffin tin or line it with mini cupcake liners to prevent sticking.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Once melted, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool slightly.
- Add the sugar to the melted butter and stir until well combined.
- Crack the two large eggs into the mixture and add the vanilla extract. Whisk everything together until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and salt. This helps to aerate the dry ingredients and remove any lumps.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula or wooden spoon. Mix until just combined; be careful not to overmix.
- Gently fold in the chopped Cherry Ripe chocolate bars, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the brownie batter.
- Using a spoon or a small cookie scoop, fill each cup of the prepared muffin tin with the brownie batter, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a brownie bite comes out with a few moist crumbs (not wet batter).
- Once baked, remove the brownie bites from the oven and allow them to cool in the tin for about 5 minutes.
- Carefully transfer the brownie bites to a wire rack to cool completely. They can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Tips
- Use room temperature eggs and butter for smoother batter integration
- Don't overmix the batter – this keeps the brownie bites tender and fudgy
- Chop the Cherry Ripe bars into small, uniform pieces for even distribution
- Use a cookie scoop for consistent sizing of your brownie bites
- Check doneness early – slightly underbaked is better than overbaked for maximum moisture
- Let the brownie bites cool completely to allow them to set properly
- For an extra decadent touch, drizzle melted chocolate over the cooled brownie bites
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness and soft texture
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 55mg
