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 tried making these for a birthday party, and they were not only a conversation starter but a genuine crowd-pleaser—kids and adults both loved putting their own creative twist on the decorations!
Ingredients
- For the Brownie Bites: 115 g (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, 150 g (3/4 cup) granulated sugar, 90 g (1/2 cup) brown sugar, 2 large eggs, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 60 g (2/3 cup) unsweetened cocoa powder, 65 g (1/2 cup) all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp baking powder, 1/4 tsp salt, 90 g (1/2 cup) dark chocolate chips
- For Decoration (Rat Features): 100 g (3.5 oz) white chocolate, melted (for piping tails and faces), pink and black gel food coloring, 32 mini chocolate chips (for eyes), 16 pink heart sprinkles or pink M&M minis (for noses), 32 slivered almonds or sliced jelly candies (for ears), 16 licorice laces or spaghetti candy strands (for tails)
Instructions
- Prep the 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.
- Mix base:
- Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Stir in both sugars until well combined.
- Add wet ingredients:
- Whisk in eggs and vanilla until smooth and glossy.
- Add dry ingredients:
- Sift in cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix until just combined.
- Chocolate chips:
- Fold in dark chocolate chips.
- Fill and bake:
- Divide batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full. Bake for 18–20 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.
- Decorations:
- Tint melted white chocolate with pink gel coloring for noses and ears. Pipe a small dot for the nose, two dots for cheeks, and fine lines for whiskers and tails. 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 My family always bursts into laughter when they see the little rat faces lined up—we love turning the decorating into a friendly competition for the cutest critter!
Required Tools
Mini muffin tin or silicone mold, mixing bowls, whisk and spatula, microwave or stovetop, piping bag or toothpicks, cooling rack
Allergen Information
Recipe contains milk, eggs, wheat (gluten), and nuts if using almonds. If allergies are a concern, verify every candy and chocolate decoration before use, especially packaged products.
Nutritional Information
Each brownie bite provides approximately: Calories: 130, Total Fat: 6 g, Carbohydrates: 18 g, Protein: 2 g.
Save Try these at your next party—everyone will have a blast decorating and eating them. They vanish quickly, so make extra if you want leftovers!
Recipe FAQ
- → What ingredients create the fudgy texture?
The combination of unsalted butter, brown sugar, eggs, and unsweetened cocoa powder ensures a moist and fudgy texture in these bites.
- → How are the rat features decorated?
Melted white chocolate tinted with pink gel coloring is piped for noses and tails, while mini chocolate chips, pink sprinkles, and slivered almonds add eyes, noses, and ears.
- → Can these bites be made gluten-free?
Yes, substituting the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend makes them suitable for gluten-free diets.
- → What is the best way to bake these bite-sized treats?
Use a mini muffin tin or silicone mold and bake at 175°C (350°F) for 18–20 minutes until set but still moist inside.
- → How should the decorated bites be stored?
Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerate to preserve the chocolate decorations and freshness.