Description
Mini eggs easter brownie parfaits blend rich chocolate layers with classic Easter candy for an indulgent dessert. Chocolate and pastel-colored eggs create a festive treat that delights guests and satisfies sweet cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box brownie mix
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) water
- 2 cups (480 ml) whipped cream
- 1 cup Mini chocolate eggs
- Cocoa powder (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare brownie mix according to package instructions, preheating oven to specified temperature and greasing an 8×8 inch baking pan.
- Blend brownie ingredients thoroughly, ensuring a smooth consistency, then transfer batter to the prepared pan.
- Bake brownies at recommended temperature until achieving a rich, fudgy texture.
- Remove from oven and allow brownies to cool completely at room temperature.
- Carefully dice cooled brownies into bite-sized, uniform squares.
- Select clear serving glasses for assembling parfaits.
- Create initial layer by gently placing brownie cubes at the bottom of each glass.
- Generously pipe or spoon whipped cream over brownie layer, covering evenly.
- Sprinkle crushed Mini Eggs across the cream layer for added crunch and flavor.
- Repeat layering process with remaining brownie pieces, whipped cream, and crushed candies.
- Garnish parfaits with whole Mini Eggs and a final dollop of whipped cream.
- Refrigerate assembled parfaits for 30 minutes to enhance flavor and set texture.
- Serve chilled, presenting a delightful Easter-inspired dessert.
Notes
- Swap boxed brownie mix with homemade recipe for richer, more personalized flavor profile.
- Use gluten-free brownie mix or almond flour brownies to create a celiac-friendly dessert option.
- Crush Mini Eggs gently to maintain some texture and prevent turning into powder during layering.
- Refrigerate parfaits just before serving to keep whipped cream firm and prevent ingredients from becoming soggy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 324 kcal
- Sugar: 31 g
- Sodium: 160 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg