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Mini Egg Brownies

February 17, 2023 by Jane Saunders 14 Comments

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Mini Egg Brownies are a simple and effective way of turning the humble brownie into a pretty and seasonal treat. These Easter egg brownies are rich, dense and fudgy and oh-so-easy to make.

This recipe was first published in 2019 and updated in 2023 with new images, step-by-step instructions and ingredients notes.

Easter Egg brownies drizzled in white chocolate and topped with Cadbury eggs.
Contents hide
1 Why you’ll love these Easter Egg brownies
2 What are Cadbury Mini Eggs?
3 Ingredients notes
4 Step-by-step instructions
5 Expert tips
6 Frequently asked questions
7 Variations
8 More Mini Egg recipes
9 Mini Egg Brownies

Mini Egg brownies must be the ultimate, crowd-pleasing easy Easter bake. Normally, I’m quite happy to consume my mini eggs straight from the bag, thinking happy thoughts. But for once, I decided to reign in my eagerness to eat them straight away and put them to use in a recipe instead.

What I’ve come up with is an Easter egg brownie recipe that blends gooey brownies with bright, colourful & crunchy Mini Egg pieces. These brownies are a very pretty rendition of the classic, without being over the top. Basically, when this Mini Egg brownie recipe is being baked in your kitchen, it’s time for happy sighs.

Why you’ll love these Easter Egg brownies

It goes without saying really, but these Cadbury Mini Egg brownies are ideal for Easter for so many reasons:

  • The recipe is quick and easy.
  • Kids can help make them.
  • But they are popular with adults and children alike.
  • These Mini Egg chocolate brownies are deliciously dense and fudgy.
  • And the crispy shell on the chocolate eggs provides great contrast.
  • They are rich in chocolate flavour as both chocolate and cocoa powder are included in the recipe.
  • They make great use of Mini Eggs as they are incorporated in the brownie batter and as a garnish.
  • This makes them colourful and pretty.
Squares of Mini Egg brownies some showing their tops and some showing the side view.

Love a good brownie at Easter? Try my Cadbury Creme egg brownies too. Or stick with Mini Egg recipes with my Mini Egg Cookies, Easter blondies or my homemade Easter Eggs.

What are Cadbury Mini Eggs?

I’m 99.9% certain that you’ll know what they are, but just in case… Cadbury Mini Eggs are confectionary made from solid Cadbury milk chocolate molded into the shape of miniature eggs. Each egg is encased in a thin coating of pastel-coloured hard candy “shell”.

The original Mini Egg colours were white, yellow, pink, and blue. In the U.K. the blue eggs have been replaced with purple ones (boo hoo).

They are suitable for vegetarians, although not vegans or anybody following a dairy-free diet.

Cadbury Mini Eggs were first introduced to the UK market in 1967. Although there are plenty of alternative versions knocking around these days, the originals are the best by far (in my humble opinion).

Ingredients notes

This easy mini egg brownie recipe requires a handful of simple ingredients:

Labelled ingredients for Easter Egg brownies.

Cadbury Mini Eggs – these little beauties are the star of the show in this Easter Egg brownie recipe.

Dark Chocolate: use quality dark chocolate (ideally 70% cocoa solids) for melting and mixing into the brownie batter. This will ensure a rich brownie base that is not overwhelmingly sweet. Perfect when combined with the sweet Mini Eggs.

Eggs: wondering why I’ve used 2 eggs and a couple of extra yolks in this recipe? That’s because the yolks help create that gooey and fudgy texture.

Cocoa powder: this ingredient builds on that bittersweet chocolate profile. Don’t leave it and please do not make the mistake of substituting hot chocolate powder for it as the latter is an entirely different product.

Flour: this Mini Egg brownie recipe requires plain (all-purpose) flour as it does not contain a raising agent. Please do not substitute it for self-raising flour which does contain raising agents. The consistency of the brownies would be altered considerably.

White Chocolate: this is an essential element of the garnish as it helps the mini egg pieces stick to the top of the bake and provides a boost of visual interest by adding contrast against the dark chocolate brownies.

Step-by-step instructions

Full instructions and measurements are given in the printable recipe card at the end of this post.

These mini egg brownies can be in the oven within around 15-20 minutes and they are very simple to decorate. Here are the instructions:

  1. Melt the butter and chocolate together.
  2. Stir in the sugars (break down lumps first).
  3. Add the eggs, egg yolks & vanilla extract and beat using a handheld balloon whisk.
  4. Sieve the flour, cocoa and salt into the batter and mix until just combined.
Collage of images showing chocolate traybake batter being made.
  1. Chop half of the mini eggs and fold them into the batter.
  2. Pour the batter into a prepared tin and bake for 20 minutes.
  3. Test with a toothpick – if raw batter is evident on the stick continue to bake for another 2-3 minutes and test again.
  4. When baked, take the tin out of the oven and let the brownie cool completely in the tin.
  5. When cool chop the remaining mini eggs and melt the white chocolate.
  6. Drizzle the chocolate over the uncut brownies and top with the mini egg pieces.
  7. Cut into squares and leave to set.
Collage of images showing Cadbury Mini Egg Brownies being made and decorated.

Expert tips

  • Choose the right recipe. Use this one for a soft, fudgy style brownie, but look elsewhere if your ideal brownie is cake-like (you can still top them with the white chocolate and mini eggs.
  • Always line your tin, even if it claims to be non-stick. Brownies are not easy to remove from baking tins without a liner.
  • Muscovado sugar can turn lumpy during storage. Take time to remove the lumps prior to using.
  • Watch the cooking time – or use a timer. It is important not to over or under-bake your brownie. Undercooking fudgy brownies can lead to a gooey (but tasty) mess, whilst overbaking brownies can make them too dry to swallow.
  • As a general rule, begin testing your brownie for doneness at the minimum suggested cooking time the recipe stipulates, if not before – all oven temperatures do vary slightly.
  • Use a toothpick to test doneness – insert it into the centre of the brownie and if any raw batter comes up with the stick, continue to bake for another 2-3 minutes, then retest. The brownie is done when no raw batter is evident on the stick – crumbs are fine though.
  • Once cooked, always let the brownies cool in the pan.
  • Never cut brownies until they are completely cold. They have a tendency to split & crumble if cut when still warm.

Frequently asked questions

What makes these brownies fudgy?

There are a few reasons why these Easter egg brownies are wonderfully soft, gooey and fudgy. First of all, a relatively small amount of flour is incorporated into the batter to avoid them being too cake-like. In addition, the butter is melted with the chocolate rather than creaming the butter and sugar together. Brown sugar is included to improve fudginess and a couple of additional egg yolks help in this respect too.

Can I use just white sugar in these brownies?

Dark muscovado sugar is essential to create the fudgy texture depicted in these brownies. If using all white sugar expect the brownie to be less fudgy in texture.

How do I store them?

These brownies will keep fresh for up to 3 days when stored in an airtight container at room temperature. Do not chill them as the shell on the mini eggs will get watery.

If you would like to freeze them, it is best to do so before the white chocolate and mini eggs have been added to the top, since again, the cold temperature will adversely affect the mini eggs.

Can I make them Gluten-Free or Vegan?

I’m not currently able to suggest how to make these mini egg brownies gluten-free. Try this recipe instead, folding 75g of chopped Mini Eggs into the batter and, once baked, top with white chocolate and more Mini Eggs.

Similarly, try this recipe for fudgy vegan brownies, and top with vegan chocolate and vegan mini eggs.

Variations

  • Micro Mini Eggs – there’s no need to chop these, just mix 75g into the batter.
  • Reduce the amount of Mini Eggs used – either just leave them out of the brownie batter or replace them with 75g chocolate chips (milk, white, dark or a mixture).
  • Smarties Mini Eggs – these are bolder in colour.
  • Milky Bar Mini Eggs – make an eye-catching monochrome change.
  • Chocolate Orange Mini Eggs – mix the zest of an orange into the brownie batter and top with these beauties.
  • Creme Eggs – for double the fun use Cadbury Mini Eggs to garnish your Easter Egg brownies but chop 5 mini Creme Eggs up and mix them into the cake batter.
Mini Egg Brownies cut into squares.

And finally… This mini egg brownie recipe is dedicated to my wonderful Gran. I’ve heard it said many times that memories are often associated with food and I have to agree. My Gran had a particular soft spot for Mini Eggs and I seem to have inherited that fondness for these chocolates from her. I cannot seem to eat a single one without thinking about her (not one). For that food association, I am so very grateful.

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Have you made this Cadbury Mini Egg brownies recipe? I hope you enjoyed them. Let me know how you got along by leaving a comment or rating below. You can also show me your creation on Instagram by tagging me @jane_littlesugarsnaps.

Close up of chocolate brownies with white chocolate and mini egg garnish.

Mini Egg Brownies

Jane Saunders
Mini Egg Brownies are a simple and effective way of turning the humble brownie into a pretty seasonal treat. These Easter egg brownies are rich, dense and fudgy and oh-so-easy to make.
5 from 13 votes
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 16
Calories: 266kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Square 8-inch baking tin
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Ingredients

For the Brownies

  • 120 g Butter (unsalted)
  • 170 g Dark chocolate
  • 100 g White sugar
  • 110 g Dark Muscovado sugar
  • 2 Eggs (large, free range)
  • 2 Egg yolks (large, free range)
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt
  • 30 g Cocoa powder
  • 85 g Plain (all purpose) flour
  • 75 g Cadbury Mini Eggs

Decoration

  • 30 g White chocolate
  • 75 g Cadbury Mini Eggs

Instructions

Make the Brownies

  • Preheat (fan) oven to 180C/ 350F/ GM4 and line a 7x 7 inch baking tin with butter and parchment.
  • Weigh out the sugar and break down any lumps in the muscovado sugar using your fingers.
  • Melt the butter and chocolate together in the microwave or over a bain-Marie.
  • Stir in the sugars.
  • Add the eggs, egg yolks and the vanilla extract and beat to just combine using a handheld balloon whisk.
  • Sieve the flour, cocoa and salt into the batter and mix until just combined and no streaks of dry ingredients remain.
  • Roughly chop 75g of Mini Eggs (not too small) and stir into the batter.
  • Pour into the tin and bake for 20 minutes. At this point test with a toothpick – insert it into the centre of the brownie – if raw batter is evident on the stick continue to back for another 2-3 minutes and test again. Continue until the toothpick comes out with no raw batter clinging to it but if a few crumbs are evident, this is fine.
  • Take the tin out of the oven and let the brownie cool completely in the tin.

Decoration

  • Carefully chop each mini egg into 3-4 pieces.
  • Melt the white chocolate and drizzle over the brownie – use a small knife or teaspoon to do this (or pipe if you feel like being fancy).
  • Quicky top with the mini egg chunks – take time to put the larger colourful shells facing upwards and then scatter any smaller chunks over more randomly at the end.
  • Before the white chocolate sets, cut the traybake into 16 pieces and leave to set completely.
  • Stores for 2-3 days in an airtight container at room temperature.

Notes

Expert Tips

  • Choose the right recipe. Use this one for a soft, fudgy style brownie, but look elsewhere if your ideal brownie is cake-like (you can still top them with the white chocolate and mini eggs
  • Always line your tin, even if it claims to be non-stick. Brownies are not easy to remove from baking tins without a liner
  • Watch the cook time. It is very easy to under or over cook brownies. Set a timer and start testing just before the recipe approaches the recommended cooking time since all ovens vary slightly
  • Let the cool completely before decorating and chopping. Warm brownies will crumble when cut

Storage Instructions

These brownies will keep fresh for up to 3 days when stored in an airtight container at room temperature. Do not chill them as they mini eggs will get watery.

Freezing Instructions

If you would like to freeze them, it is best to do so before the white chocolate and mini eggs have been added, since again, the cold temperature will adversely affect the mini eggs.
 

Nutrition Per Serving (Approximate)

Calories:266kcal | Carbohydrates:30g | Protein:4g | Fat:16g | Saturated Fat:9g | Polyunsaturated Fat:1g | Monounsaturated Fat:4g | Trans Fat:0.3g | Cholesterol:63mg | Sodium:107mg | Potassium:137mg | Fiber:2g | Sugar:22g | Vitamin A:278IU | Vitamin C:0.3mg | Calcium:48mg | Iron:2mg
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  1. Charlotte

    March 28, 2021 at 9:43 am

    5 stars
    Amazing recipe which is fudgy and dense exactly how Jane explains in her blog. This is super easy and a great recipe to try at home with the little ones.

    Reply
    • Jane Saunders

      March 28, 2021 at 10:10 am

      Thanks so much Charlotte – great to hear you enjoyed this recipe.

      Reply
  2. Poppy

    April 13, 2020 at 8:58 pm

    5 stars
    Thankyou! Have tried a few brownie recipes, but this is THE ONE! So happy I tried this recipe, rich, fudgy and just everything I love in a brownie. I’ve never been able to achieve such yumminess in my homemade attempts before, so this is now my brownie recipe! Toppings will be adapted to suit occasion, though the easter one looked amazing! Highy recommend this recipe.
    Thanks again

    Reply
    • Jane Saunders

      April 14, 2020 at 7:48 am

      Ah Poppy, thanks so much. Really pleased you enjoyed these – they have been very popular with readers in the Easter period.

      Reply
  3. Joanne Higginson

    March 20, 2019 at 8:27 pm

    5 stars
    Having tried and tested these brownies, I can honestly say that are absolutely delicious!

    Reply
    • Jane Saunders

      March 22, 2019 at 3:07 pm

      Ahh shucks, thanks Jo for the positive feedback.

      Reply
  4. wilhelmina

    March 12, 2019 at 2:50 am

    5 stars
    Mini eggs and brownies are the perfect treat combo!

    Reply
    • Jane Saunders

      March 12, 2019 at 10:53 am

      I couldn’t agree more Wilhelmina

      Reply
  5. Jessica

    March 12, 2019 at 2:00 am

    5 stars
    Mini eggs are one of my favorite Easter treats. I love them combined with brownies for a fun and festive treat!

    Reply
    • Jane Saunders

      March 12, 2019 at 10:53 am

      Thanaks Jessica – glad you agree with me on this score 🙂

      Reply
  6. Meagen Brosius

    March 07, 2019 at 4:32 pm

    5 stars
    These are so tasty and it doesn’t hurt that they’re super cute for spring and Easter! We’ll be making them again in time for Easter I’m sure!

    Reply
    • Jane Saunders

      March 07, 2019 at 6:24 pm

      Thankyou Meagen

      Reply
  7. Dara Michalski

    March 07, 2019 at 3:53 pm

    5 stars
    Those mini eggs are, hands down, my favorite Easter candy, so I knew I was going to love these brownies. These will be a repeat, for sure.

    Reply
    • Jane Saunders

      March 07, 2019 at 6:24 pm

      Thanks Dara.

      Reply

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