Introduction

These Brownie Bites are rich, fudgy, and perfectly portioned for snacking. Topped with melted chocolate and festive Valentine sprinkles, they make a delightful treat for any occasion. Easy to bake and decorate, they’re sure to satisfy your chocolate cravings.

A white plate holds six square-shaped chocolate brownies with a slightly rough texture. Each brownie has a different decoration: three have smooth dark chocolate drizzle across the top, one has white chocolate drizzle with red, pink, white, and gold heart-shaped and round sprinkles, and another has dark chocolate drizzle topped with red, pink, white heart-shaped, and gold rectangular sprinkles. The brownies are arranged closely together on the plate, with a few crumbs visible around them. The plate sits on a white marbled surface with a red cloth with white heart patterns blurred in the background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup salted butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
5 ounces melting chocolate (Ghirardelli Dark or Milk wafers recommended)
Additional melting wafers in red, pink, or white
Valentine sprinkles

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Cut an 8 inch by 12 inch piece of parchment paper and fit it into an 8×8 inch pan, forming a sling to help remove the brownies easily after baking. Spray the parchment with cooking spray and set aside.
Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and kosher salt. Set this dry mixture aside.
Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, beat the sugar, softened butter, and vanilla extract together by hand or with a mixer until just combined.
Step 4: Add the eggs one at a time, beating after each addition until just combined. Avoid overbeating to keep the brownies tender.
Step 5: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring or beating until just combined and smooth.
Step 6: Scoop the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 22 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center has a few moist crumbs clinging to it. Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan.
Step 7: Use the parchment sling to lift the cooled brownies out of the pan and place them on a cutting board. Cut into 1-inch squares.
Step 8: Melt the wafers according to package instructions. Line a cookie sheet with parchment or wax paper, then drizzle the melted chocolate over the brownie bites as desired. Immediately decorate with Valentine sprinkles. Transfer the decorated brownies to a clean sheet of parchment paper and let the chocolate harden before serving.

Tips & Variations

Use good quality cocoa powder and chocolate for the richest flavor.
For extra texture, fold in chopped nuts or chocolate chips before baking.
Substitute salted butter with unsalted butter plus a pinch of salt if preferred.
Try different colored melting wafers and sprinkles to match various holidays or celebrations.

Storage

Store brownie bites in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, keep them refrigerated for up to one week or freeze for up to 3 months. When refrigerated, allow them to come to room temperature before serving. Reheat gently in the microwave if desired.

How to Serve

A white plate holds a stack of five brownie pieces with different shapes and a rough, chewy texture. Each brownie is covered with smooth drizzles of chocolate in dark brown, red, or white, topped with colorful sprinkles shaped like hearts, rods, and dots in pink, white, yellow, and red. Near the plate are scattered sprinkles matching the toppings. Behind the plate are two clear glass bottles filled with white milk, each with red and white striped straws inside. To the side, a white bowl is full of round milk chocolate discs, and another white plate in the background is stacked with more decorated brownie pieces. The whole scene is set on a red heart-shaped felt mat over a white marbled surface, with soft red, white, and pink fluffy balls in the background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular chocolate chips instead of melting wafers?

Yes, you can melt regular chocolate chips, but melting wafers tend to melt more smoothly and are easier to work with for decorating.

How do I know when the brownies are done baking?

Insert a toothpick into the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs clinging to it but not wet batter. This ensures the brownies remain fudgy but fully baked.