These fudgy and intensely chocolatey Toffifee Brownie Bites are topped with Toffifee candies and the perfect dessert for the cocoa lover in us all!
It may seem like I have a thing for mini foods these days - I mean, cookie cups last week and brownie bites today. Maybe all the baby prep is getting to my head? Who knows! We're rolling with it.
I couldn't leave these brownie bites plain though... No. They had to be topped with Toffifee candies. A quick Google search shows me they are called Toffifay in the US. Phonetically spelled. Good job USA!
Here in Canada, it's Toffifee, and that's also the way I know these from Germany (Storck is a German company after all). Combining caramel, nougat, chocolate and a crunchy hazelnut, Toffifees have always been one of my favorite candies.
Brownie Bites That Are Delicious and Chewy
To be fair, these brownie bites are really awesome by themselves already. Usually, I use a brownie recipe made with unsweetened melted chocolate - here is a sweet & salty pretzel version, grain-free pumpkin brownies, or healthier leftover candy brownies. Boom. I've got you handled.
This time, I wanted to try brownies made with only cocoa powder, and they still turned out super fudgy and intensely chocolatey. I will definitely use this recipe again for future brownie projects. Soon! Because these disappeared way too quickly.
A Couple Quick Tips
First tip: definitely make sure you use a wooden spoon. I've heard tales of people using metal, and, well, that's just silly. Not only can it scratch your cookware and leave ridges for food to get stuck in, wooden spoons are just so much more versatile and they play nicely with batter like this.
Also, remember that temperature is important here. Make sure to push in the Toffifees on top of the candies when they are warm. Do it gently, of course. Then, cool them off so it all comes together in a nice, solid bite, instead of something that falls apart in your mouth.
There you have it! Enjoy the recipe and let's get to it!
Recipe
Toffifee Brownie Bites
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 eggs lightly beaten
- ⅔ cup unbleached all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ⅔ cup cocoa powder
- pinch of salt
- 24 Toffifee candies
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 24-cavity mini cupcake pan or use paper liners.
- In a medium saucepan melt butter over low heat. Remove from stove and stir in sugar, vanilla and eggs. Mix with a wooden spoon until well combined.
- Add flour, baking powder, cocoa and salt and stir to combine. Fill batter into prepared pan and bake brownie bites for 7-9 minutes until they have risen and edges are set. Centers should still be soft.
- Remove pan from oven and gently press a Toffifee candy onto each brownie bite. Chill brownie bites or leave at room temperature until completely cool before removing from pan (since they candies will be very soft and melty).
- Store airtight.
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Random Questions
Toffifee and Toffifay are essentially the same product, with the difference being in the spelling and naming conventions in different regions. Toffifay is the phonetic spelling often used in the United States, while Toffifee is the more common term used in Canada and Europe.
The gluten content in Toffifee Brownie Bites depends on the ingredients used. While the Toffifee candies themselves do not typically contain gluten, the other components of the brownie recipe may contribute to gluten content. Checking the specific ingredients used in the recipe is recommended for those with gluten sensitivities.
While the recipe specifically calls for Toffifee candies, you can experiment with other similar candies or toppings if Toffifee is not readily available. Alternatives such as caramel candies, chocolate chips, or hazelnuts could be used to create a similar flavor profile and texture.
To maintain their freshness and chewy texture, it is recommended to store the Toffifee Brownie Bites in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator, depending on personal preference. Proper storage can help preserve the taste and texture of the brownie bites for an extended period.
YN
Hi Regina，
I just made this cute Mini Toffifee Brownies....
Wishing you and your family have a wonderful time.
Happy Holidays!
Regina
This makes me so happy to hear! Hope you had wonderful holidays too 🙂
YN
Hi dear Regina,
How are you!
I tried your , the ingredient that I did a little change.
Anyway, this recipe is very simple but super-tasty! Thank you very very much!
YN
Regina
It makes me so happy to see you tried these brownie bites and enjoyed them. Yours look fantastic!
I Sugar Coat It!
I have never had Toffifee!!! These are super cute.
dina
i haven't had toffifay in a long time. i love these! they look great.
Regina
Thank you Dina! It's definitely one of my all-time favorite candies 🙂