Save Adorably whimsical brownie bites inspired by the viral rat cake chaos cakes trend, these rich and fudgy chocolate treats are decorated to look like playful little rats. Perfect for parties and fun gatherings, they bring both deliciousness and laughter to any celebration.
I first tried making these silly rat cake brownie bites when I wanted something whimsical for a birthday party. Watching everyone's faces light up at the playful decorations was just as rewarding as the chocolatey goodness inside—they were a hit with both kids and adults.
Ingredients
- Unsalted butter: 115 g (1/2 cup), melted
- Granulated sugar: 150 g (3/4 cup)
- Brown sugar: 90 g (1/2 cup)
- Large eggs: 2
- 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
- Pink and black gel food coloring: for decorating
- 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 Oven and Pan:
- Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F). Line a 16-cup mini muffin tin or silicone mold with nonstick spray or mini liners.
- Melt Butter and Mix Sugars:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Stir in both sugars until well combined.
- Whisk Eggs and Vanilla:
- Whisk in eggs and vanilla until smooth and glossy.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- Sift in cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix until just combined.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips:
- Fold in dark chocolate chips.
- Fill Muffin Cups:
- Divide batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Bake:
- Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, until set and a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs. Cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool completely.
- Decorate:
- Tint melted white chocolate with pink gel coloring for noses and ears. Using a piping bag or toothpick, pipe a small dot for the nose, two dots for cheeks, and fine lines for whiskers and tails.
- Finishing Touches:
- Press two mini chocolate chips into each brownie for eyes, a pink sprinkle or M&M for the nose, and slivered almonds or small jelly slices for ears. Insert a licorice lace or candy strand at the base for the rat's tail. Allow chocolate to set before serving.
Save These cute brownie bites quickly became a family favorite, especially when the kids helped decorate each rat with silly faces and candy tails. They're now requested at every special occasion.
Required Tools
Mini muffin tin or silicone mold, mixing bowls, whisk and spatula, microwave or stovetop, piping bag or toothpicks, and a cooling rack make the decorating easy and fun.
Allergen Information
Contains milk, eggs, wheat (gluten), and possibly nuts. Always verify all candies and decorative items are safe if allergies are a concern.
Nutritional Information
Each brownie bite has approximately: Calories 130, Total Fat 6 g, Carbohydrates 18 g, Protein 2 g.
Save Let everyone join in decorating their own silly rat treats for maximum party fun. Serve with ice cream for an extra sweet surprise!
Kitchen Help
- → How do I make the rat decorations stay in place?
Use melted white chocolate as an adhesive for the candy eyes, noses, and ears. Allow the chocolate to set completely to secure decorations firmly.
- → Can I substitute ingredients for dietary needs?
Yes, swap all-purpose flour with gluten-free blends and ensure candies are allergen-free for dietary preferences or restrictions.
- → What’s the ideal baking time to keep bites fudgy?
Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until a toothpick shows moist crumbs for a perfectly fudgy center without overbaking.
- → How can I customize the look beyond the rat theme?
Experiment with different colors of melted chocolate, sprinkles, or small candies to create unique decorations fitting various themes or occasions.
- → What's the best way to store these brownie bites?
Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate to extend freshness.