Save Decadent, fudgy chocolate cake bites with a playful mix of textures and colors—a whimsical treat inspired by the chaos baking trend. Perfect for parties or anytime you crave a little fun!
This recipe has quickly become a family favorite whenever we need a fun, bite-sized dessert that everyone enjoys.
Ingredients
- Cake Base: 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup (50 g) unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp baking soda, 1/4 tsp salt, 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar, 1/2 cup (120 ml) vegetable oil, 2 large eggs, 1/2 cup (120 ml) buttermilk, 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Mix-Ins & Toppings: 1/2 cup (85 g) mini chocolate chips, 1/4 cup (40 g) rainbow sprinkles, 1/2 cup (60 g) mini marshmallows, 1/4 cup (30 g) chopped pretzels, 1/4 cup (30 g) chopped roasted nuts (e.g. pecans, peanuts), 1/4 cup (60 ml) caramel sauce (for drizzling optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x9-inch (23x23 cm) baking pan with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients:
- In a large bowl whisk together flour cocoa powder baking powder baking soda salt and sugar.
- Mix wet ingredients:
- In a separate bowl whisk oil eggs buttermilk and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine:
- Pour wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined (do not overmix).
- Add mix-ins:
- Gently fold in mini chocolate chips rainbow sprinkles and half of the marshmallows pretzels and nuts.
- Prepare batter:
- Pour batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle remaining marshmallows pretzels and nuts evenly over the top.
- Bake:
- Bake for 18 22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool:
- Let cool completely in the pan.
- Slice:
- Lift out the cake using the parchment paper. Cut into bite-sized squares (about 1.5 inches/4 cm each).
- Finish:
- Drizzle with caramel sauce and add extra sprinkles if desired before serving.
Save Making these bites always brings joyful moments to our family gatherings as everyone eagerly shares their favorite mix-in combinations.
Notes
Swap out mix-ins to suit your taste try dried fruit crushed cookies or toffee bits. For gluten-free bites substitute a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend and gluten-free pretzels. 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
Nutritional Information
Calories 110 Total Fat 5 g Carbohydrates 15 g Protein 2 g per bite approximately.
Save Enjoy these fun and flavorful chaos chocolate cake bites any time you want a delightful treat.
Recipe Q&A
- → How do I ensure the cake bites are moist?
Use proper measurements of buttermilk and avoid overmixing the batter to maintain a tender, moist texture.
- → Can I substitute the mix-ins?
Yes, feel free to swap the sprinkles, nuts, marshmallows, and pretzels with dried fruits, crushed cookies, or toffee bits to suit your taste.
- → What is the best way to cut the cake bites evenly?
Lift the cooled cake using parchment paper and use a sharp knife to cut into approximately 1.5-inch squares for uniform bites.
- → How can these bites be made gluten-free?
Substitute the all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend and replace pretzels with gluten-free versions to maintain texture and flavor.
- → Is caramel drizzle necessary?
The caramel sauce adds a sweet finishing touch but can be omitted or replaced with alternative toppings according to preference.