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These indulgent Chocolate Caramel Brownie Bites have turned into my go-to treat for wowing dinner guests. The mix of chewy brownies with gooey caramel inside creates such an amazing taste combo that everyone always wants to know how I made them.
The first time I whipped these up was for my kid's birthday celebration and they were gone in seconds. Both children and grown-ups grabbed for the final ones, and they've become the sweet treat my family begs for whenever we're celebrating something special.
Ingredients
- Unsalted butter: Makes everything richer and helps get that gooey brownie feel
- Dark chocolate morsels: Bring that deep chocolate taste - try to get ones with at least 60% cacao for the best flavor
- Granulated sugar: Cuts through the sharpness of the dark chocolate
- All purpose flour: Holds everything together without making your brownies too cake-like
- Large eggs: Keep all ingredients mixed and add moisture
- Kosher salt: Brings out all the tastes, particularly the chocolate
- DOVE PROMISES Caramel Milk Chocolates: Make that perfect melty middle - spring for good quality chocolate here
- Powdered sugar: Makes the topping smooth and sweet
- Unsweetened dark chocolate cocoa powder: Boosts the chocolate kick in the topping
- Milk: Gives the topping a smooth feel
- Caramel sauce: Spreads caramel flavor throughout
How To Make Chocolate Caramel Brownie Bites
- Get everything ready:
- Warm your oven to 375°F and spray down a mini muffin tin with baking spray. Don't forget those corners so your treats pop out easily.
- Mix up the brownie part:
- Put butter and dark chocolate in a big microwave-safe bowl and heat for a minute. Stir well and heat another 30 seconds if needed until it's totally smooth. You want it shiny with no chunks.
- Finish the batter:
- Throw in sugar, flour, eggs, and salt to your melted chocolate and stir just until mixed. Don't go overboard or your brownies might get tough. The mix should be thick but smooth.
- Fill your tin:
- Use a 1 tablespoon scoop to put the same amount in each mini muffin spot. This helps them all cook the same. While they're baking, unwrap all your caramel chocolates so they're ready to go.
- Add the gooey middle:
- Bake for 11 to 13 minutes until the edges look done but the middle's still a bit soft. Right away, push a caramel chocolate into the center of each brownie bite while they're hot. The heat will start to melt the chocolate and make a nice pocket for the caramel.
- Cool and top them:
- Let the brownie bites sit in the pan about 15 minutes before carefully taking them out to cool completely on a rack. Mix together butter, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, milk and caramel sauce until it's smooth. Put a dollop of frosting on each cooled brownie bite to finish them off.
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Those DOVE chocolates are what makes this treat so special. I found out how well they melt by chance when I ran short on ingredients one time. The way the caramel slowly runs out when you bite in creates that little moment of happiness that makes everyone smile.
Perfect Texture Tips
Getting that perfect chewy brownie texture comes down to timing. Keep an eye on your brownies and pull them out when the edges look set but the centers still seem a little underdone. They'll keep cooking from the heat after you take them out. If you cook them too long, you'll end up with dry brownies instead of chewy ones.
Make Ahead Instructions
You can easily make these treats ahead of time. The brownie parts can be made up to two days early and kept in a sealed container. You can make the frosting a day before and keep it in the fridge. When you're ready to serve, let the frosting warm up to room temp, give it a quick mix to fluff it up, and then put it on the brownie bites. This works great when you've got busy holiday gatherings or parties coming up.
Storage And Freshness
These little treats stay good at room temp for 3 to 4 days if you keep them in an airtight container. If you want to save them longer, put unfrosted brownie bites in a freezer container with wax paper between layers and freeze for up to 3 months. Just let them thaw at room temp before adding frosting. The caramel middle stays gooey even after freezing, so they're great to have on hand for surprise dessert needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I swap out the caramel candies?
Absolutely! Swap the DOVE® PROMISES Caramel Milk Chocolates for any caramel-filled chocolate candy, like Rolos, to change things up.
- → What’s the best way to store them?
Pop the frosted bites into an airtight box, leave it on the counter, and eat them in 3–4 days for the richest flavor.
- → Can I get these baked ahead of time?
Sure! Bake them a couple of days before your event. Just frost them right before you're ready to serve so they taste amazing.
- → What if I don’t have a small muffin tray?
If you’re using a bigger muffin pan, simply reduce or increase the baking time and watch carefully so you don’t overcook them.
- → Could I replace the candies with handmade caramel?
Yes, homemade caramel works for a creative twist! Just make sure it’s solid enough not to melt all over during baking.