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mini football brownie cups recipe

Chewy Mini Football Brownie Cups

Avatar photoMarla Jennings
Score a touchdown with these chewy mini football brownie cups, perfect for game day desserts and party treats.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 cups
Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Mini muffin tin greased
  • 1 Mixing Bowl large
  • 1 Wire Rack for cooling

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  • In a separate bowl, combine melted butter and sugar. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  • Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
  • Spoon the batter into the greased mini muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full.

Serving

  • Allow the brownie cups to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before decorating.
  • Use a piping bag with white icing to draw laces on each brownie cup, mimicking a football.
  • Arrange the decorated brownie cups on a platter and serve as a delightful game day treat.

Storage

  • Keep leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Notes

Pro Tips: Use high-quality cocoa powder for the best chocolate flavor. Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the texture chewy.
Ingredient Substitutions: Swap regular butter for vegan butter to make the recipe dairy-free.
How to Serve: Serve as part of a dessert platter with other mini treats.
Storage & Freshness: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare the batter a day in advance and bake fresh before serving.
Keyword game day desserts, mini football brownie cups, party treats