A Step-by-Step Guide to Baking Brownies in Muffin Tin
This recipe guides you through the process of making rich, chocolatey brownies in muffin tin, ensuring each brownie has that ideal mix of textures. You’ll use quality chocolate and a few basic ingredients to create a batch of brownies that are slightly crisp on the outside but deliciously gooey on the inside. Whether you prefer a fudgy middle or a slightly cakier bite, this guide will show you how to achieve your perfect brownie.
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (not Dutch-processed)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- powdered sugar (optional for toppings)
- additional chocolate chips for sprinkling (optional for toppings)
- Preheat the Oven and Prep Your Muffin Tin
Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). While the oven is warming up, generously grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line it with paper muffin liners. Proper greasing is crucial to ensure the brownies don’t stick and come out cleanly after baking.
- Melt the Butter and Combine the Wet Ingredients
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt unsalted butter. Once melted, add vegetable oil, granulated sugar, packed brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix these ingredients together until well combined. Then, add eggs, one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. The mixture should be smooth and slightly thick.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Make sure the dry ingredients are well incorporated.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; you want to maintain a tender crumb in your brownie muffins. The batter will be thick and rich.
- Add the Chocolate Chips
Fold in semi-sweet chocolate chips. This step ensures each muffin has pockets of melty chocolate goodness.
- Fill the Muffin Tin
Spoon the brownie batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full. If you like, sprinkle a few extra chocolate chips on top of each muffin for added texture and flavor.
- Bake the Brownie Muffins
Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-22 minutes. The brownies are done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs clinging to it. If you prefer a fudgier center, aim for the shorter baking time.
- Cool and Serve
Allow the brownie muffins to cool in the tin for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps them set and makes removal easier. Once cooled, you can dust them with powdered sugar if desired, or enjoy them as they are!
- When combining the wet and dry ingredients, mix just until everything is incorporated. Overmixing can lead to tougher brownies.
- Since ovens can vary, start checking your brownie muffins at the 18-minute mark. They should be set on the edges but slightly soft in the center.
- Add-ins like nuts, caramel bits, or white chocolate chips can be folded into the batter for a personalized twist.
Have Fun Baking!