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Brownie Bites with Whipped Chocolate Ganache Recipe

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These Brownie Bites with Whipped Chocolate Ganache are decadently rich, fudgy mini brownies topped with a light and fluffy chocolate ganache. Perfectly sized for bite-sized indulgence, the brownies feature deep chocolate flavor enhanced with espresso powder, while the whipped ganache adds a creamy, airy finish that melts in your mouth. Simple to make and beautifully elegant, these treats are ideal for parties, dessert trays, or anytime you want a luxurious chocolate snack.

Ingredients

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Brownie Bites

  • ½ cup (114 grams) unsalted butter
  • 1 ½ ounces (43 grams) semi-sweet chocolate baking bar, chopped
  • 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
  • ⅜ cup (83 grams) light brown sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons (6 grams) vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ⅔ cup (83 grams) all-purpose flour
  • ⅔ cup (57 grams) unsweetened natural cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon (1 gram) espresso powder, optional
  • ¾ teaspoon (4.5 grams) fine sea salt

Whipped Ganache Topping

  • 3 ounces (85 grams) semisweet chocolate baking bar, chopped
  • 3 ounces (85 grams) heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch metal baking pan with parchment paper, allowing some overhang on the sides for easy removal later, and set aside.
  2. Melt Butter and Chocolate: In a large, microwave-safe bowl, melt ½ cup unsalted butter and 1 ½ ounces chopped semi-sweet chocolate by heating in 15-second increments, stirring and whisking until the mixture is completely smooth and glossy.
  3. Combine Sugars: Whisk in 1 cup granulated sugar and ⅜ cup light brown sugar until fully combined and the mixture is uniform.
  4. Add Vanilla and Eggs: Whisk in 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract and 2 large room-temperature eggs until the batter is smooth and well combined.
  5. Add Dry Ingredients: Fold in ⅔ cup all-purpose flour, ⅔ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon espresso powder (optional for enhanced chocolate flavor), and ¾ teaspoon sea salt. Although the batter may seem dry initially, continue folding gently until it comes together into a thick, fudgy batter.
  6. Spread Batter in Pan: Using a rubber spatula, evenly spread the thick brownie batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the surface.
  7. Bake the Brownies: Bake the brownies in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes. The top should appear shiny and a toothpick inserted into the center should come out with a few moist crumbs but no raw batter. Remove from oven and allow brownies to cool completely in the pan.
  8. Prepare the Chocolate Ganache: Once cooled, place 3 ounces chopped semisweet chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Heat 3 ounces heavy cream in a small saucepan just until it simmers. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and let sit for 2 minutes to soften the chocolate, then gently stir with a spatula until fully melted and the ganache is smooth and shiny. Let cool to room temperature while occasionally stirring to maintain texture.
  9. Cut Brownie Bites: Using a 1.5 to 1.75 inch round cutter, cut 16 circles from the cooled brownies. Reserve the leftover scraps for snacking.
  10. Whip Ganache: Use an electric hand mixer to whip the cooled ganache on medium-high speed for about one minute until it becomes light, fluffy, and a lighter chocolate color.
  11. Pipe Whipped Ganache: Transfer the whipped ganache immediately into a piping bag fitted with a tip or a plastic bag with the corner snipped off. Carefully pipe the ganache atop each brownie bite, creating a decorative and creamy topping.

Notes

  • If you don’t have espresso powder, you can omit it or substitute with instant coffee powder to deepen the chocolate flavor.
  • Be sure to cool brownies completely before cutting and topping to prevent ganache from melting.
  • You can prepare the ganache topping in advance but whip just before serving for the best texture.
  • These brownie bites can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerated for up to 5 days.
  • Use a sharp, clean cutter dipped in warm water and dried for smoother cuts.

Keywords: brownie bites, chocolate ganache, whipped ganache, mini brownies, chocolate dessert, fudge brownies

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