Mini Egg Chocolate Easter Brownie Recipe
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Category
Easter
Servings
16
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
Calories
280
Get ready to hop into Easter with these indulgent mini egg chocolate brownies!
Packed with rich, fudgy chocolate and the irresistible crunch of colourful mini eggs, they’re the perfect sweet treat to brighten up your celebrations.
Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, these brownies are sure to delight family and friends alike.
Serve them as a dessert, gift them as a festive surprise, or simply savour them with a cup of tea.
These brownies are truly egg-stra special! 🐣🍫✨
Ingredients
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200g unsalted butter
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200g dark chocolate (chopped)
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200g caster sugar
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100g light brown sugar
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4 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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125g plain flour
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30g cocoa powder
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1/2 tsp salt
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200g mini chocolate eggs (whole or lightly crushed)
For the Easter Brownies:
Directions
Step 1: Prepare for Baking
Preheat the Oven: Set to 160°C (fan) / 180°C / Gas Mark 4. Line a 20cm square baking tin with parchment paper.
Melt Chocolate and Butter: In a heatproof bowl, melt the butter and dark chocolate over a pan of simmering water or in short bursts in the microwave.
Step 2: Mix the Batter
Whisk Eggs and Sugars: In a large bowl, whisk together the caster sugar, brown sugar, and eggs until light and fluffy.
Combine with Chocolate: Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture to the egg mixture, stirring until fully incorporated.
Mix in Dry Ingredients: Sift the flour, cocoa powder, and salt into the mixture and gently stir until they are only just combined.
Be careful not to overmix.
Step 3: Add the Mini Eggs
Stir in Mini Eggs: Gently fold in half of the mini eggs (leave the rest for topping).
You can keep them whole for big chunks or crush them lightly for smaller bits of chocolate throughout.
Pour and Top: Pour the batter into the prepared tin and smooth the top with a spatula.
Scatter the remaining mini eggs over the surface.
Step 4: Bake and Cool
Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes.
The edges should be set, and the centre should still be slightly fudgy – it will firm up as it cools.
Cool Completely: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the tin before removing and slicing into squares.
Serving Tip
For extra indulgence, serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or drizzle with melted chocolate.
Wrap individual squares in pastel cellophane for adorable Easter gifts!
Enjoy your Easter brownies – they’re egg-stra delicious!
Recipe Notes
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Servings: The recipe typically yields about 16 delicious Easter-themed brownies.
Calories per serving: 280 calories.
Remember: Tag #whitakerschocolates with your homemade Easter brownie baking creation!
How to Store Your Easter-Themed Brownies
Store Easter-themed brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days.
For longer storage, refrigerate for up to a week.
Cover brownies with plastic wrap or aluminum foil to prevent drying out.
If topping with mini eggs, place a layer of parchment paper between brownie layers to protect the decorations.
For best taste and texture, bring refrigerated brownies to room temperature before serving.
What Are Chocolate Brownies and Where Did They Come From?
Chocolate brownies are a rich, dense chocolate dessert originating in the United States in the late 19th century.
Created in Chicago around 1893, they were first developed for the World's Columbian Exposition.
Bertha Palmer, a prominent socialite, reportedly requested a portable chocolate cake that could be easily packed in boxed lunches.
The result was the brownie - a small, flat, chocolate cake-like bar that was denser and more compact than traditional cakes.
Initially a simple chocolate dessert, brownies evolved to include variations like nuts, additional chocolate chips, and different baking techniques, becoming a popular American treat that spread globally throughout the 20th century.
