Nutella Pretzel Brownie Bites (Printable Version)

Fudgy chocolate bites with Nutella and pretzel crunch combine for a delicious sweet-salty dessert treat.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Brownie Batter

01 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
02 - 1 cup granulated sugar
03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
06 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon baking powder

→ Toppings

09 - 1/2 cup chocolate-hazelnut spread (such as Nutella)
10 - 24 small salted pretzels

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a mini muffin tin with paper liners or grease thoroughly.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk the melted butter and granulated sugar until fully blended.
03 - Add eggs and vanilla extract, whisk until mixture is smooth and glossy.
04 - Sift in cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder. Stir gently just until blended; avoid overmixing.
05 - Spoon approximately 1 tablespoon of batter into each compartment of the prepared muffin tin.
06 - Add about 1 teaspoon chocolate-hazelnut spread on top of each batter portion. Use a toothpick or skewer to lightly swirl the topping into the batter.
07 - Gently press one small salted pretzel into the top of each portion.
08 - Bake for 13 to 15 minutes until edges are set and a toothpick inserted in the center removes with a few moist crumbs.
09 - Leave brownie bites to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Perfect sweet and salty combination
  • Quick and easy to prepare
02 -
  • Contains common allergens like wheat, eggs, milk, hazelnuts, and possibly soy.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days for freshness.
03 -
  • Use a toothpick for pretty swirls of Nutella without over-mixing.
  • Sprinkle with a pinch of flaky sea salt before baking for extra flavor.