Save Irresistibly fudgy, bite-sized chocolate cakes packed with playful mix-ins and a swirl of chaos—perfect for parties or a whimsical treat.
I first served this to friends and family and they couldn't get enough of the chaotic combination of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
- Dry Ingredients: 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup (50 g) unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp baking soda, 1/4 tsp salt, 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
- Wet Ingredients: 2 large eggs, room temperature, 1/2 cup (120 ml) buttermilk, 1/2 cup (120 ml) vegetable oil, 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Chaos Mix-Ins: 1/2 cup (90 g) mini chocolate chips, 1/2 cup (60 g) rainbow sprinkles, 1/3 cup (40 g) chopped pretzels, 1/3 cup (40 g) mini marshmallows
- Optional Topping: 2 oz (60 g) white chocolate, melted, for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat oven:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a mini muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
- Mix dry ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
- Mix wet ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine:
- Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined (do not overmix).
- Add mix-ins:
- Fold in chocolate chips, sprinkles, chopped pretzels, and marshmallows.
- Fill tins:
- Divide batter evenly among prepared mini muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Bake:
- Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool:
- Let cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Drizzle:
- If desired, drizzle cooled bites with melted white chocolate before serving.
Save These bites always spark joy and conversation during our family gatherings and are a fun way to add excitement to dessert time.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, Whisk, Measuring cups and spoons, Mini muffin tin, Wire rack
Allergen Information
Contains: Eggs, wheat (gluten), dairy (buttermilk, chocolate), soy (possible in chocolate), and possible traces of nuts (depending on mix-ins). Always check ingredient labels for allergens.
Nutritional Information (per bite)
Calories: 95, Total Fat: 4 g, Carbohydrates: 14 g, Protein: 1 g
Save Enjoy these chaotic cake bites as a perfect party treat or a delightful everyday snack.
Recipe Q&A
- → What mix-ins create the 'chaos' in these chocolate bites?
The 'chaos' results from a playful combination of mini chocolate chips, rainbow sprinkles, chopped pretzels, and mini marshmallows, offering a mix of textures and flavors.
- → Can I customize the mix-ins for different flavors?
Absolutely! Feel free to swap in chopped cookies, toffee bits, crushed potato chips, or dried fruit to personalize the bites to your taste.
- → How do I ensure the bites remain moist and fudgy?
Mix wet and dry ingredients gently without overmixing, then bake until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs to keep them tender and fudgy.
- → Is there a gluten-free version available?
Yes, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend and gluten-free pretzels to adapt the bites for gluten-free diets without sacrificing flavor.
- → What is the best way to store these bites?
Store them in an airtight container for up to three days to maintain freshness and texture.