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Perfect Graduation Cap Brownie Bites

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These fudgy brownie bites topped with a buttercream graduation cap and edible tassel are perfect for celebrations like graduations and parties. Easy to make with simple ingredients, they offer nostalgic comfort with a festive twist.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp pure 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
  • 1/4 cup (57g) unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1–2 tbsp (15-30ml) milk (dairy-free milk optional)
  • 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • Black food coloring gel or 1 tbsp cocoa powder (for frosting color)
  • About 24 mini square-shaped cookies or chocolate wafers (for caps)
  • Licorice strings or piped icing (for tassels)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking pan or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth and glossy (2-3 minutes). Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
  4. Gently fold dry ingredients into wet mixture using a rubber spatula until no streaks remain, about 1-2 minutes.
  5. Pour batter into prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes, checking at 20 minutes with a toothpick; it should come out with moist crumbs but not wet batter.
  6. Cool brownies completely in the pan on a wire rack, about 1 hour.
  7. Make frosting by beating softened butter until creamy (about 2 minutes). Gradually add powdered sugar, alternating with milk, until spreadable. Add vanilla extract and black food coloring or cocoa powder. Beat until smooth and evenly colored.
  8. Cut cooled brownies into 24 small squares (~1.5 inches each) using a sharp knife wiped clean between cuts.
  9. Spread a thin layer of black frosting on each brownie square. Press a mini cookie or chocolate wafer on top to create the mortarboard.
  10. Pipe a small tassel using licorice strings or black icing onto each cap.
  11. Allow frosting to set for about 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

Do not overbake to keep brownies fudgy. Sift dry ingredients to avoid lumps. Use a serrated knife wiped clean between cuts for neat edges. If frosting is too stiff, add more milk; if too thin, add more powdered sugar. Cool brownies completely before frosting to prevent melting.

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