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Perfect Graduation Cap Brownie Bites

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These fudgy brownie bites are topped with mini chocolate squares and icing tassels to resemble graduation caps, making them a quick and festive treat perfect for celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup (35g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup (65g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • Mini square chocolates or chocolate wafers (about 1-inch squares)
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk
  • Black food coloring (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter and sugar until combined. Add eggs one at a time, stirring well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, sift together cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder.
  4. Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Tap the pan lightly to release air bubbles.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, checking at 20 minutes with a toothpick; it should come out with a few moist crumbs.
  7. Cool brownies completely on a wire rack before decorating.
  8. Heat heavy cream in a small saucepan over low heat until just simmering. Pour over mini chocolates in a bowl and stir until smooth. Let cool slightly to spreadable consistency.
  9. Cut brownies into 1.5-inch squares using a sharp knife, cleaning the knife between cuts.
  10. Spread a small dollop of ganache on each brownie square and place one mini chocolate square on top, pressing lightly to secure.
  11. Mix powdered sugar and milk to a thick icing consistency. Add black food coloring if desired. Pipe a small tassel on each cap using a piping bag or zip-top bag and a toothpick.
  12. Allow ganache and icing to set for at least 20 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use a serrated knife warmed under hot water and dried before slicing for clean edges. Cool brownies completely before decorating to prevent sliding. For faster setting, refrigerate after decorating but watch for condensation. Substitute almond flour for gluten-free and coconut cream for dairy-free ganache. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature up to 3 days or freeze uncut brownies.

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