I am absolutely thrilled to share my very first recipe as a proud new member of The Secret Recipe Club! Joining this incredible community of food bloggers has been an exciting journey, and for my debut, they assigned me a truly fantastic blog to explore. The anticipation of discovering which blog I’d be paired with was exhilarating, and I certainly wasn’t disappointed.

They made my experience as a “first timer” incredibly easy by matching me with the fabulous blog called:

Deb’s page, “Cooking on the Front Burners,” is an absolute treasure trove, featuring one tummy-rumbling, lip-licking recipe after another. Seriously, navigating through her culinary creations felt like being a kid in a candy store – it was incredibly hard to choose just one recipe to feature for my first Secret Recipe Club post! Her site is filled with diverse and tempting options, from savory main courses to delightful desserts, making the selection process a true challenge.

I’ve already earmarked a few more recipes to try from Deb’s amazing collection, including her mouthwatering Irish Cream Flavored Popcorn – perfect for a cozy movie night – and her refreshing Lemon Supreme Desserts, which look like the ideal light and tangy treat. However, when it came right down to it, there was one irresistible direction my culinary compass always points: Chocolate!

Around here, we are BIG fans of brownies. It’s a dessert that consistently brings smiles to everyone’s faces. So, when I stumbled upon Deb’s brownie recipe that incorporated Rolos, my immediate reaction was, “Oh, yeah!” The idea of a rich, fudgy brownie encasing a gooey, caramel-filled Rolo candy was simply too good to pass up. It promised a delightful surprise with every bite, a perfect blend of chocolate and caramel that is truly divine.

I’ll let you in on a little secret: I had been eyeing one of those specialized brownie bite pans for a while, just waiting for the perfect excuse to treat myself. Discovering this recipe was exactly the reason I needed! A brownie bite pan ensures that each individual brownie is perfectly shaped and uniformly baked, creating a delightful presentation. It was truly the ideal tool for this particular recipe, making each Rolo-stuffed treat a miniature masterpiece. If you don’t have one, I highly recommend investing; it opens up a world of adorable, bite-sized baked goods!

Mmm… that irresistible gooey inside!

The process for these Rolo Brownie Bites is surprisingly simple, especially if you start with a good quality box brownie mix. This makes them accessible for bakers of all skill levels, and perfect for those days when you crave something homemade without all the fuss. Once your brownie batter is prepared according to the package directions, the fun begins with the Rolo insertion.

To ensure that perfect caramel surprise in every bite, fill each section of your brownie bite pan approximately two-thirds of the way full with batter. This leaves just enough room for the star of the show: a delectable Rolo candy. Gently place one Rolo in the center of each brownie well. As the brownies bake, the Rolo will melt into a luscious, gooey caramel pocket, creating an incredible textural and flavor contrast within the fudgy brownie.

My pan yielded about 18 brownie bites per batch, which, frankly, wasn’t enough for our household of brownie enthusiasts! So, after the first batch cooled, I enthusiastically whipped up another. It’s safe to say these disappeared quickly! Baking takes approximately 25 minutes, or until the brownies are set. A word to the wise: if you typically use the toothpick test to check for doneness, make sure to insert it into a part of the brownie *away* from the Rolo. Otherwise, you’ll just pull out gooey caramel, which, while delicious, won’t accurately tell you if your brownie is baked through! 😉

Once your brownie bites have cooled sufficiently, it’s time for the crowning glory: the frosting and caramel drizzle. While optional, a simple chocolate frosting elevates these bites from great to extraordinary. You can use your favorite store-bought chocolate frosting or quickly whip up the easy homemade version included in the recipe card below. The creamy chocolate layer perfectly complements the rich brownie and the sweet caramel from the Rolo.

And for the final touch, a generous drizzle of caramel sauce. This adds another layer of decadent caramel flavor and a beautiful visual appeal. When I made these, I didn’t have any pre-made caramel sauce on hand, so I whipped up my own Salted Caramel Sauce, and it was absolutely perfect on them! The hint of salt truly enhances the sweetness of the chocolate and caramel, creating a balanced and incredibly satisfying flavor profile. These Rolo Stuffed Brownie Bites are a true celebration of chocolate and caramel, guaranteed to be a hit at any gathering or a delightful treat for yourself.

Enjoy These Heavenly Bites!

Whether you’re making them for a special occasion, a potluck, or just to satisfy a chocolate craving, these Rolo Stuffed Brownie Bites are sure to impress. Their individual portion size makes them perfect for serving, and the hidden Rolo inside is always a delightful surprise. Get ready for a chorus of “oohs” and “aahs” when you share these!

I hope you thoroughly enjoy making and devouring these delightful Rolo Stuffed Brownie Bites. They are truly a special treat!