Easter Brownies
These Easter Brownies are rich and fudgy with crisp edges and a chewy center, topped with mini eggs for an easy festive twist.
Servings: 16
Calories: 172kcal
Equipment
- 8x8 Metal Pan
- Parchment Paper
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 stick butter unsalted
- 60 grams cocoa powder unsweetened (about ½ cup)
- 150 grams granulated sugar about 1 ½ cups
- 45 grams all-purpose flour about ⅓ cup
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- ½ tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- 2 ounces baker’s chocolate chopped
- 4 ounces Cadbury mini eggs
Instructions
- Heat oven to 325F and prepare an 8x8 metal pan with parchment paper leaving the sides high for easily removal.
- Melt butter on the stove or in the microwave in a heat-safe bowl (large or transfer to a large one after).
- To the melted chocolate bowl, add cocoa powder and mix in with a spatula.
- Then add sugar, flour, eggs, vanilla extract and salt. Mix with a spatula or a fork to not incorporate too much air (this will make them cakey).
- Carefully fold in chopped chocolate, then transfer to prepared pan.
- The batter is very thick and needs to be spread with an offset spatula or the back of a spoon.
- Place mini eggs on top and bake in preheated oven for 25-28 minutes or until a toothpick comes out of the center with just moist crumbs.
Notes
- Pan Choice: A metal pan gives better structure and crisp edges than glass.
- Don’t Overbake: Pull brownies when the center still looks slightly soft.
- Cool Fully Before Cutting: This helps the brownies set nicely.
- Don’t Overmix: Mix gently, since overmixing leads to cakey brownies.
- Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Refrigerator: Keeps well for up to 5 days for a firmer texture.
- Freezer: Freeze sliced brownies in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
Calories: 172kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 39mg | Sodium: 134mg | Potassium: 71mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 228IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 1mg
