Save It Decadent, fudgy chocolate cake bites with a playful mix of textures and colors &mdash a whimsical treat inspired by the chaos baking trend. Perfect for parties or anytime you crave a little fun!
These cake bites quickly became a hit at every gathering I brought them to!
Ingredients
- Cake Base: 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
- Cake Base: 1/2 cup (50 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- Cake Base: 1 tsp baking powder
- Cake Base: 1/2 tsp baking soda
- Cake Base: 1/4 tsp salt
- Cake Base: 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
- Cake Base: 1/2 cup (120 ml) vegetable oil
- Cake Base: 2 large eggs
- Cake Base: 1/2 cup (120 ml) buttermilk
- Cake Base: 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Mix-Ins & Toppings: 1/2 cup (85 g) mini chocolate chips
- Mix-Ins & Toppings: 1/4 cup (40 g) rainbow sprinkles
- Mix-Ins & Toppings: 1/2 cup (60 g) mini marshmallows
- Mix-Ins & Toppings: 1/4 cup (30 g) chopped pretzels
- Mix-Ins & Toppings: 1/4 cup (30 g) chopped roasted nuts (e.g. pecans, peanuts)
- Mix-Ins & Toppings: 1/4 cup (60 ml) caramel sauce (for drizzling, optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x9-inch (23x23 cm) baking pan with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
- Step 3:
- In a separate bowl, whisk oil, eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Step 4:
- Pour wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined (do not overmix).
- Step 5:
- Gently fold in mini chocolate chips, rainbow sprinkles, and half of the marshmallows, pretzels, and nuts.
- Step 6:
- Pour batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle remaining marshmallows, pretzels, and nuts evenly over the top.
- Step 7:
- Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Step 8:
- Let cool completely in the pan.
- Step 9:
- Lift out the cake using the parchment paper. Cut into bite-sized squares (about 1.5 inches/4 cm each).
- Step 10:
- Drizzle with caramel sauce and add extra sprinkles if desired before serving.
Save It My family loves gathering around the table to enjoy these delightful bites together.
Notes
Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls Whisk 9x9-inch (23x23 cm) baking pan Parchment paper Knife Measuring cups and spoons
Allergen Information
Contains eggs wheat (gluten) milk (buttermilk) and nuts (if using). Some sprinkles and caramel sauces may contain allergens always check labels.
Save It These chocolate cake bites are sure to impress every time you make them.
Recipe FAQs
- → What makes chaos chocolate cake bites unique?
The combination of mini chocolate chips, rainbow sprinkles, marshmallows, pretzels, and nuts creates varied textures and flavors in every bite.
- → Can I customize the mix-ins for different flavors?
Yes, you can swap sprinkles, pretzels, and nuts for dried fruits, crushed cookies, or toffee bits to suit your preferences.
- → How do I ensure the bites stay moist and fudgy?
Mix wet ingredients gently into dry without overmixing, and bake until a toothpick shows a few moist crumbs for perfect fudginess.
- → Are these suitable for gluten-free diets?
Yes, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend and gluten-free pretzels to make gluten-free chocolate bites.
- → What is the best way to serve these bites?
Serve cooled, optionally drizzled with caramel sauce, and consider pairing with vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.
- → What allergens should I be aware of in these bites?
They contain eggs, wheat (gluten), buttermilk, and nuts if added; check sprinkles and caramel for additional allergens.