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No-Bake Brownie Bites Recipe

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These No-Bake Brownie Bites are a simple and delicious treat combining rich chocolate flavor with a soft, chewy texture. Rolled into bite-sized balls and coated in melted German sweet chocolate, they require no traditional baking of the brownie batter itself and are perfect for quick dessert cravings or party snacks.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 20 servings

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened (1 stick)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Coating

  • 8 ounces German sweet chocolate, chopped

Instructions

  1. Toast the Flour: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Spread the flour evenly over a baking sheet and bake for 5 minutes to toast it lightly. Remove the flour from the oven and let it cool completely to avoid melting the butter in the next steps.
  2. Cream Sugars and Butter: Using a hand or stand mixer, beat the brown sugar, granulated sugar, and softened butter together in a large mixing bowl until the mixture is well combined and creamy.
  3. Add Vanilla: Mix in the vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and fragrant, ensuring even flavor distribution.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the toasted flour and cocoa powder to the butter mixture. Mix until the dough comes together and forms a soft ball of batter.
  5. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Using a rubber spatula, fold the mini chocolate chips gently into the dough to ensure they are evenly distributed without breaking.
  6. Shape the Bites: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls using your hands. Place them spaced evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  7. Chill the Dough: Place the baking sheet with the brownie balls into the fridge for about 20 minutes to allow them to firm up and become easier to dip.
  8. Melt the Coating Chocolate: Melt the chopped German sweet chocolate using a double boiler or microwave-safe container. If microwaving, heat in 20-second bursts, stirring between each interval, until the chocolate is completely smooth.
  9. Coat the Brownie Bites: Dip each chilled brownie bite into the melted chocolate, ensuring an even coat. Let the excess chocolate drip off, then place the coated bites back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
  10. Set the Chocolate: Allow the chocolate coating to set at room temperature. To speed this up, you can refrigerate the coated brownie bites for a few minutes until firm. Once set, they are ready to serve.

Notes

  • To toast the flour properly, spread it thinly and watch closely to avoid burning as it only needs a light color change and a nutty aroma.
  • The chilling step is critical to help the brownie bites hold their shape when dipped in warm melted chocolate.
  • You can substitute German sweet chocolate with good-quality milk chocolate or semi-sweet chocolate depending on your sweetness preference.
  • Store the finished brownie bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
  • Allow the bites to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving for a softer texture.
  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://avascooking.com/no-bake-brownie-bites-recipe/