# What You'll Need:
→ Brownie Bites
01 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter (115 g)
02 - 3.5 oz dark chocolate, chopped (100 g)
03 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar (150 g)
04 - 2 large eggs
05 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
06 - 1 tbsp instant espresso powder
07 - 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
08 - 2/3 cup all-purpose flour (80 g)
09 - 1/4 tsp fine sea salt
→ Chocolate Glaze
10 - 3 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped (85 g)
11 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
12 - 1/4 tsp peppermint extract
→ Garnish
13 - 2 tbsp crushed peppermint candies or candy canes
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 24-cup mini muffin tin or line with mini paper liners.
02 - In a heatproof bowl, melt butter and dark chocolate together using 30-second microwave intervals, stirring between each until smooth.
03 - Whisk in granulated sugar, then add eggs one at a time. Mix in vanilla extract, espresso powder, and peppermint extract until fully blended.
04 - Sift in flour and sea salt, gently folding the mixture just until combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain fudgy texture.
05 - Spoon batter evenly into prepared mini muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
06 - Bake for 16 to 18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs. Allow to cool completely in the pan.
07 - Melt semi-sweet chocolate and butter together until smooth, then stir in peppermint extract.
08 - Drizzle glaze over cooled brownie bites and immediately sprinkle with crushed peppermint candies.
09 - Allow glaze to harden before serving to ensure a smooth finish.
