Description
These Mini Egg Brownies are a delightful Easter-themed treat featuring a rich, fudgy chocolate base studded with colorful mini chocolate eggs. Perfectly baked to achieve a slightly crisp top and moist interior, these brownies combine classic chocolate flavor with festive candy for a fun and delicious dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Brownie Batter
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
Add-ins
- 1 cup mini chocolate eggs (such as Cadbury Mini Eggs), roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the brownies.
- Melt Butter and Mix Wet Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in the granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and glossy, creating a rich base for the brownies.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Sift together the unsweetened cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder to avoid lumps. Gradually add this to the wet mixture and stir until fully combined into a smooth batter.
- Fold in Mini Eggs and Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the roughly chopped mini chocolate eggs along with the optional semisweet chocolate chips, distributing them evenly without overmixing.
- Transfer Batter and Add Topping: Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top evenly with a spatula. Sprinkle a few extra chopped mini eggs on top for a festive touch and added texture.
- Bake the Brownies: Bake in the preheated oven for 22–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs, indicating a fudgy texture.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into 9 squares for serving, ensuring clean slices and perfect texture.
Notes
- For extra fudgy brownies, slightly underbake and chill before slicing.
- You can substitute the mini eggs with other candy-coated chocolate eggs depending on the season.
- Use parchment paper for easy removal and cleanup.
- Optional semisweet chocolate chips enhance chocolate richness but can be omitted if desired.
