Save Adorably whimsical brownie bites inspired by the viral rat cake chaos cakes trend rich, fudgy chocolate treats decorated to look like playful little rats, perfect for parties and fun gatherings.
I first made these Silly Rat Cake Brownie Bites for a themed birthday party, and they immediately grabbed everyones attention. Even adults couldnt resist the charm and chocolatey goodness.
Ingredients
- Unsalted butter: 115 g (1/2 cup), melted
- Granulated sugar: 150 g (3/4 cup)
- Brown sugar: 90 g (1/2 cup)
- Eggs: 2 large
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: 60 g (2/3 cup)
- All-purpose flour: 65 g (1/2 cup)
- Baking powder: 1/2 tsp
- Salt: 1/4 tsp
- Dark chocolate chips: 90 g (1/2 cup)
- White chocolate: 100 g (3.5 oz), melted, for piping tails and faces
- Pink and black gel food coloring: for coloring features
- Mini chocolate chips: 32, for eyes
- Pink heart sprinkles or pink M&M minis: 16, for noses
- Slivered almonds or sliced jelly candies: 32, for ears
- Licorice laces or spaghetti candy strands: 16, for tails
Instructions
- Prep and Preheat:
- Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Line a 16-cup mini muffin tin or silicone mold with nonstick spray or mini liners.
- Mix Butter and Sugars:
- Melt butter in microwave-safe bowl. Stir in granulated and brown sugars until well combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients:
- Whisk in eggs and vanilla until mixture is smooth and glossy.
- Add Dry Ingredients:
- Sift in cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix just until combined.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips:
- Add dark chocolate chips and gently fold into batter.
- Fill and Bake:
- Divide batter evenly into muffin cups, filling about 3/4 full. Bake 18 to 20 minutes, until set and toothpick comes out with moist crumbs. Cool 10 minutes, then transfer to rack to cool completely.
- Tint and Decorate:
- Tint melted white chocolate with pink gel coloring for noses and ears. Use piping bag or toothpick to pipe small dot for nose, two dots for cheeks, and lines for whiskers and tails.
- Add Face and Tail Features:
- Press two mini chocolate chips for eyes, pink sprinkle or M&M for nose, and slivered almonds or jelly slices for ears. Insert licorice laces or candy strands at base for tail.
- Set and Serve:
- Allow decorated brownie bites to set before serving.
Save Making these together became a fun tradition for my family everyone gets their own decorating station, and the kitchen fills with giggles as we compare our silly rat creations.
Required Tools
Mini muffin tin or silicone mold, mixing bowls, whisk and spatula, microwave or stovetop, piping bag or toothpicks, cooling rack
Allergen Information
Contains milk, eggs, wheat (gluten), and nuts (if using almonds). Check labels of all decorations if allergens are a concern.
Nutritional Information
Per brownie bite: 130 calories, 6 g fat, 18 g carbohydrates, 2 g protein
Save These Silly Rat Cake Brownie Bites add instant joy to any table and they taste just as delightful as they look. Share them and watch smiles appear.
Recipe Guide
- → What type of chocolate is best for the brownie batter?
Using semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips balances the sweetness and enriches the fudgy texture.
- → Can I prepare the decorations ahead of time?
Yes, you can melt and color the white chocolate decorations in advance to save time during final assembly.
- → How do I keep the decorations from melting after applying?
Allow the brownies to cool completely and set the chocolate decorations at room temperature before storing.
- → Are there gluten-free alternatives for the flour?
Yes, substituting with a gluten-free flour blend works well without compromising texture.
- → What tools are recommended for decorating the rat features?
A piping bag or toothpicks are ideal for detailed piping and placing small decorative elements precisely.
- → How should I store these brownie bites to maintain freshness?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.