Pin It 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 was inspired by the chaos baking trend and has quickly become a favorite at our family gatherings because of its fun and indulgent taste.
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 Mixtures:
- 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.
Pin It This recipe always brings smiles to my family especially the kids who love customizing their own bites.
Notes
Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence and enjoy the delightful contrasts of crunch and softness.
Required Tools
Basic kitchen tools include mixing bowls whisk a 9x9-inch (23x23 cm) baking pan parchment paper knife and 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 before use.
Pin It These chaos chocolate cake bites are your perfect sweet treat for any occasion enjoy baking and sharing them with loved ones.
Questions About This Recipe
- → What gives the bites their fudgy texture?
The combination of unsweetened cocoa powder, buttermilk, and vegetable oil yields a moist, fudgy texture in these bites.
- → Can I customize the mix-ins?
Yes, you can swap mini chocolate chips, sprinkles, and nuts for dried fruit, crushed cookies, or toffee bits to suit your taste.
- → Are these bites suitable for gluten-free diets?
Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend and gluten-free pretzels to make the bites gluten-free.
- → What is the baking time and temperature?
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 18–22 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center has moist crumbs.
- → How should I serve these bites?
Serve cooled bites plain or drizzle with caramel sauce. They pair wonderfully with vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.