Pin 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 made these silly rat brownie bites for my niece's birthday and watched everyone giggle at the playful little faces. Decorating each one is delightfully creative—they always spark conversation at gatherings.
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 (for decoration): 100 g (3.5 oz), melted
- Pink and black gel food coloring: For tinting decorations
- 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
- Prepare brownie tin:
- 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 wet ingredients:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Stir in both sugars until well combined.
- Add eggs and vanilla:
- 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.
- Fold in chocolate chips:
- Fold in dark chocolate chips.
- Portion & bake:
- Divide batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full. 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 brownies:
- 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. 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.
Pin My family loves coming together to decorate these brownie bites. Children and adults alike compete to make the silliest rat face, turning baking into a memorable afternoon event.
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 decorative candies for allergens and always verify product labels if allergies are a concern.
Nutritional Information
Per brownie bite: 130 calories, total fat 6 g, carbohydrates 18 g, protein 2 g
Pin Serve the silly rat brownie bites at your next party for guaranteed smiles. They're perfect with ice cream or eaten straight from the tray for a sweet, whimsical treat.
Recipe Questions
- → How do I achieve a fudgy texture in these bites?
Use a balance of brown and granulated sugars along with melted butter to keep the brownies moist, and avoid overbaking by testing with a toothpick for moist crumbs.
- → What is the best way to decorate the bites to resemble rats?
Melt white chocolate tinted with gel food coloring for facial features, then add mini chocolate chips for eyes, pink sprinkles for noses, and licorice strands for tails.
- → Can I make these gluten-free?
Yes, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend to accommodate dietary needs without compromising texture.
- → What tools are essential to prepare these bites?
A mini muffin tin or silicone mold, mixing bowls, whisk, microwave or stovetop for melting, piping bag or toothpicks for decoration, and a cooling rack are recommended.
- → How long should I bake these mini bites?
Bake at 175°C (350°F) for 18-20 minutes until set but still moist inside, checking with a toothpick to avoid dryness.