Description
Deliciously rich and fudgy Instant Pot Brownie Bites made quickly and easily using silicone molds. These bite-sized treats feature a perfect blend of cocoa and espresso for a deep chocolate flavor, baked to perfection under pressure for a moist, chewy texture. Ideal for quick dessert cravings or parties.
Ingredients
Brownie Batter
- 1 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons coffee (like espresso)
- 4 eggs
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Additional
- Nonstick cooking spray (for greasing molds)
- Powdered sugar (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare molds: Lightly spray two Instant Pot egg bites silicone molds with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking during cooking.
- Mix ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the melted unsalted butter, white sugar, brown sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, vanilla extract, espresso coffee, eggs, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix all ingredients thoroughly until the batter is smooth and uniformly blended.
- Divide batter: Evenly pour the batter into the silicone molds, filling each well approximately three-quarters full to allow room for the brownies to rise.
- Prepare Instant Pot: Pour 1 cup of water into the bottom of the Instant Pot. Place the trivet inside, then stack the filled silicone molds on top of the trivet.
- Seal and cook: Lock the Instant Pot lid and ensure the venting valve is sealed. Set the pressure cooker to cook on high pressure for 20 minutes.
- Release pressure: Once cooking is complete, allow the Instant Pot to naturally release pressure completely before opening the lid to avoid deflating the brownie bites.
- Cool and remove: Carefully remove the silicone molds from the Instant Pot and let them cool on a wire rack for about 10 minutes. Gently pop the brownie bites out of the molds once cooled.
- Garnish and serve: Arrange the brownie bites on a serving platter or wire rack and dust with powdered sugar to finish. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Make sure the molds are only filled ¾ full to prevent overflow during cooking.
- Use espresso or strong coffee to enhance the chocolate flavor, but regular brewed coffee can be used as a substitute.
- Allowing natural pressure release helps maintain the moist texture of the brownies.
- Brownie bites can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
- For extra richness, add chocolate chips or nuts into the batter before pouring into molds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: American
