No-Bake Brownie Bites Recipe

Introduction

No-Bake Brownie Bites are a delicious, easy-to-make treat perfect for satisfying your chocolate cravings without turning on the oven. These bite-sized goodies combine rich cocoa flavors with sweet chocolate coating for a delightful snack or dessert.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup butter, softened (1 stick)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (baked for safety)
• 1/3 cup cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
• 8 ounces German sweet chocolate, chopped

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Spread the flour evenly on a baking sheet and bake for 5 minutes to ensure safety. Let it cool completely before using.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine the brown sugar, granulated sugar, and softened butter. Mix well until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
3. Step 3: Stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
4. Step 4: Add the cooled flour and cocoa powder to the sugar-butter mixture. Mix until a soft dough forms.
5. Step 5: Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips using a rubber spatula, making sure they are evenly distributed.
6. Step 6: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
7. Step 7: Chill the brownie balls in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes to firm up.
8. Step 8: Melt the German sweet chocolate using a double boiler or microwave, stirring until smooth.
9. Step 9: Dip each chilled brownie ball into the melted chocolate, letting excess drip off. Return them to the parchment-lined baking sheet.
10. Step 10: Let the chocolate coating set at room temperature or chill again for quicker results before serving.

Tips & Variations

• Use high-quality cocoa powder and chocolate for the richest flavor.
• For a nutty twist, add finely chopped nuts to the dough before rolling.
• Try dipping the brownie bites in white chocolate or drizzle for a decorative touch.
• If you don’t have German sweet chocolate, substitute with semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips.

Storage

Store the brownie bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. For longer storage, freeze them in a sealed container for up to one month. When ready to serve, let them come to room temperature or chill briefly to firm up the chocolate coating.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I skip baking the flour?

Baking the flour is recommended to kill any bacteria and ensure the dough is safe to eat since it’s not fully cooked otherwise.

How do I melt chocolate without a double boiler?

You can melt chocolate in the microwave in short 20-30 second intervals, stirring thoroughly between each until smooth. Be careful not to overheat to prevent burning.

No-Bake Brownie Bites Recipe

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These No-Bake Brownie Bites are a delightful and easy-to-make treat combining the rich flavors of cocoa and chocolate chips into bite-sized, fudgy balls coated in melted German sweet chocolate. Perfect as a quick dessert or party snack, these brownies require no baking time for the dough itself, only a brief flour baking for safety and easy chilling steps.

• Author: Tara
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 5 minutes (flour baking only)
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Yield: Approximately 20 brownie bites 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (baked for safety)
• 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. Preheat and Bake Flour: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the all-purpose flour evenly on a baking sheet and bake for 5 minutes to kill any bacteria. Remove and let cool completely before use.
2. Mix Sugars and Butter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, granulated sugar, and softened butter. Mix them together until fully combined and creamy.
3. Add Vanilla Extract: Stir in the vanilla extract thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and aromatic.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients: Add the cooled baked flour and cocoa powder to the wet mixture. Mix gently but thoroughly until a soft, workable dough forms.
5. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Using a rubber spatula, carefully fold the mini chocolate chips into the dough to distribute evenly.
6. Form Brownie Balls: Roll the dough into 1-inch diameter balls by hand and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
7. Chill Dough Balls: Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator and chill the brownie balls for about 20 minutes to firm up.
8. Melt Coating Chocolate: Melt the chopped German sweet chocolate using a double boiler or microwave in short bursts, stirring frequently until smooth.
9. Dip and Coat: Dip each chilled brownie ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring they are fully coated. Let any excess chocolate drip off, then return the coated balls to the parchment-lined sheet.
10. Set Chocolate: Allow the chocolate coating to set by leaving the brownie bites at room temperature or placing them back in the refrigerator for quicker firming before serving.

Notes

• Baking the flour beforehand is important for safety since the brownie dough is not baked further.
• Use softened butter to ensure better mixing and texture.
• Ensure the dough is well chilled before dipping to prevent melting of the coating chocolate.
• Store finished brownie bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.
• These bites can be customized with nuts or different chocolate coatings as desired.

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