This One Bowl Mini Egg Brownies recipe boasts rich and fudgy brownies, studded with delectable chocolate eggs throughout. It is perfect for Easter or any time you crave a decadent dessert!
Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Prepare a square baking dish by cutting two strips of parchment paper and placing it in the pan like a sling, with the sides overhanging. Spray the paper and the pan with nonstick cooking spray.
Reserve 15-20 eggs. Break the remaining eggs open by pressing on them firmly with the flat side of a knife, or by placing them in a resealable bag and crushing them with a rolling pin or mallet.
Place the butter and chocolate chips in a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each time until the butter and chocolate are melted and smooth.
¾ cup butter, ¾ cup semisweet chocolate chips
Add the granulated and brown sugars, and whisk vigorously until smooth.
1 cup granulated sugar, ⅓ cup brown sugar
Whisk in the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until they are fully incorporated.
3 large eggs, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Add the cocoa powder, flour, and salt, and stir until the dry ingredients are no longer visible. Then add the crushed mini eggs and stir until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, ¾ cup all purpose flour, ½ teaspoon salt, 1 9-ounce bag Cadbury mini eggs
Pour the brownie mixture into the prepared square baking dish and spread it evenly throughout the pan. Press the whole eggs into the top of the brownie. Bake for 30-35 minutes for a 9x9-inch pan, or 40-45 minutes for an 8x8-inch pan. Cool completely before cutting.
Notes
Check on the brownies after 15 minutes. If the mini eggs have sunk you can sprinkle some additional eggs on top. Or wait until the brownies have cooked for 10-15 minutes before adding the whole eggs on top.
As hard as it is to wait for your brownies to cool, letting them cool completely will help you to serve them without them falling apart.
You can warm the brownies in the microwave for 15-30 seconds.
Store leftover brownies in an airtight container for up to 3 days.