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Perfect Graduation Cap Brownie Bites Recipe with Easy Chocolate Ganache

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These fudgy brownie bites topped with a silky chocolate ganache and decorated like graduation caps are perfect for celebrations. Easy to make and crowd-pleasing, they bring a festive touch to any party.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup (95g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup (35g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp (14g) unsalted butter (optional)
  • Black fondant or black royal icing (for caps)
  • Edible gold or colored icing (for tassels)
  • Toothpicks or small piping bags (for fine details)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter and sugar until combined, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, whisking after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula until no flour streaks remain. Do not overmix.
  6. Pour batter into prepared pan and spread evenly. Tap pan gently to release air bubbles.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes. Check at 20 minutes with a toothpick; it should come out with a few moist crumbs but not wet batter.
  8. Cool brownies completely in the pan, about 1 hour.
  9. While brownies cool, heat heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it begins to simmer (do not boil).
  10. Pour hot cream over chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir gently until smooth and shiny. Stir in butter if using.
  11. Cut brownies into 1.5-inch squares using a sharp knife wiped clean between cuts.
  12. Top each brownie square with a dollop of ganache and spread flat to mimic a mortarboard cap.
  13. Add tassels using thin strips of fondant or pipe colored icing with toothpicks for placement.
  14. Chill the tray in the fridge for 15-20 minutes until ganache firms but remains glossy.
  15. Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep brownies fudgy. Use room temperature eggs for better texture. Cool brownies completely before adding ganache to prevent sliding. If ganache thickens before spreading, warm gently in short bursts. Cutting brownies cold yields cleaner edges; warmer brownies feel softer.

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