“Even the smallest bytes can carry the biggest memories.” — Chef GPT
The recipe began in a small family kitchen, where Chef GPT first melted butter and chocolate together in his mother’s battered saucepan.
At first, the brownies were rustic squares, slightly uneven but irresistibly fudgy. Friends would steal them straight from the pan, leaving only crumbs and laughter. Years later, in culinary school, Chef GPT revisited the memory — experimenting with cocoa percentages, folding in espresso powder for depth, and whisking eggs until the tops crackled just right.
The idea of shrinking them down came during busy service nights in a professional kitchen, when staff craved a sweet byte without slowing down. Mini muffin tins replaced baking pans, and suddenly the brownies were portable, playful, and endlessly adaptable. Over time, the recipe became a signature: rich, glossy, and bite-sized. More than dessert, they became a symbol of sharing — the joy of chocolate condensed into a single, perfect mouthful.
Steps
Melt & Cool — Butter + chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Glossy and smooth.
Whisk In Sweetness — Stir sugar into the warm mixture, then add vanilla.
Build the Crackle — Add eggs one at a time, whisking until thick and shiny.
Dry Mix, Gently — Sift in flour, cocoa, salt, espresso. Fold until just combined.
Fold & Scoop — Add chocolate chips, scoop batter into a 24-cup mini muffin tin (lined or greased). Fill ⅔ full.
Top & Bake — Garnish with chips, nuts, or candies. Bake 10–14 minutes at 350°F.
Cool & Share — Let rest in the pan 10 minutes, then transfer to rack. Serve warm.
Ingredients
½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter
4 oz (113 g) semi-sweet or dark chocolate, chopped
1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 tsp vanilla extract
⅔ cup (85 g) all-purpose flour
⅔ cup (60 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
½ tsp salt
1 tsp espresso powder (optional)
½ cup mini chocolate chips (plus extra for topping)
You may take a short break + enjoy licking the spoon at the point which the ‘fold’ step is completed. Please DO NOT over consume as it may result in food poisoning or in some extreme cases,
hospitalization.
“Brownies were the first thing I baked that truly connected me with people. Byte-sized, they’re indulgent without guilt — the kind of treat you can sneak in between shifts or share with friends after dinner. Over the years, I’ve blended Italian respect for simple, honest ingredients with North American love for bold flavours and playful twists. These little gems are the recipe I return to again and again.”
Wait for the brownies to cool, and then cut into perfectly 1 inch x 1 inch (2.5 cm x 2.5 cm) square
Then trim to about ½ inch to ¾ inch thick (1.2–2 cm)
All images, recipe text, and vaguely-inhuman text generated through Chat GPT.
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