Mini Egg Brownies
Nothing says 'Happy Easter!' like these scrumptious Mini Egg Brownies. The perfect treat for Good Friday and beyond, these rich squidgy squares are loaded with chocolate chips and crunchy chopped mini eggs. Keep them stashed away to nibble on throughout the week – you'll love pairing them with a cuppa!
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NutritionPer Serving
- Calories78
- Carbs7.9g
- Protein2.8g
- Fat4.3g
- Saturates1.4g
- Sugars2g
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Say hello to the perfect light treat for your Easter festivities! These Mini Egg Brownies bring so much scrumptious, chocolatey fun to your long weekend, all while keeping things slimming-friendly at just 78 calories per square.
Enjoy them warm from the oven, or pop them in an airtight container for a ready-to-go treat at a moment’s notice.
To double up the chocolate heaven, we’ve stirred in a combination of melty chocolate chips and colourful chopped mini eggs. It makes for a colourful, rich filling with a light crunch that’s absolutely irresistible with a hot cup of tea.
For more lower-calorie Good Friday treats, have a scroll through our blog filled with tasty recipe inspiration. From oozy Chocolate Creme Egg Cakes to our version of a decadent lamb dinner, we’ve got everything you need to create a lighter Easter buffet without missing out on any of the deliciousness!
What diets are these Mini Egg Brownies suitable for?
This Mini Egg Brownies recipe is suitable for vegetarian diets.
Please make sure to double or triple check all of your ingredients if you’re cooking for people with allergies.
Do you need any special ingredients to make Mini Egg Brownies?
You don’t need any fancy ingredients to make these lovely and light Mini Egg Brownies.
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An 8×8 inch tin is the ideal size for this recipe.
Cocoa powder gives chocolatey flavours for fewer calories.
How many calories are in these Mini Egg Brownies?
These Mini Egg Brownies are included in our Everyday Light category because they contain just 78 calories per portion. For more delicious dishes all under 400 calories, take a look at other Everyday Light recipes!
This Mini Egg Brownies recipe is ideal when following any of the larger diet plans such as Weight Watchers or counting calories.
The average woman needs around 2000kcal per day to maintain a healthy body weight, and men typically need slightly more at 2,500kcals, but you may want to reduce these if you are aiming to lose weight. You can find more information on the NHS website.
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 170°C. Line a 8 x 8 inch tin with non-stick baking paper.
Step 2
Place the flour, spread, eggs, cocoa, sweetener and baking powder into a mixing bowl. Mix with a wooden spoon until thick and fully combined.
Step 3
Scrape the mixture into the lined tin and sprinkle over the chocolate chips and half the mini eggs. Place in the oven for 15 minutes until slightly risen and set.
Step 4
Remove from the oven and sprinkle over the remaining mini egg pieces pressing lightly into the surface of the brownies. Leave to cool in the tin for a few minutes and then transfer to a wire rack. Cut into 16 squares and serve.
What could I serve with these Mini Egg Brownies?
These Mini Egg Brownies are the perfect end to any meal for a springtime Special Occasion. Enjoy them after a hearty dinner, including the following dishes (a scoop of ice cream is the perfect pairing!):
How do you know when Mini Egg Brownies are cooked?
These Mini Egg Brownies should be slightly risen, with a little gooeyness in the middle. They won’t be quite as sticky as a full calorie version but they’re still really tasty.
It’s best to under cook these brownies just a tiny bit, and leave them to cool in the tin. This carries on the cooking process so they’ll be just perfect! Cook them for 15 minutes in the oven.
How long can you keep Mini Egg Brownies in the fridge?
Store these brownies in an airtight tin. They will keep for 3-4 days.
If you find they’re a little stale, pop into the microwave for 10-20 seconds to freshen up.
Can I freeze Mini Egg Brownies?
Yes, you can! This recipe can be frozen, but please remember to do the following:
- Freeze it as soon as it is cold enough.
- Use a container or bag that is suitable for freezing.
Don’t forget to add a label telling you the name of the recipe and the date you’re stashing it away.
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Mini Egg Brownies
These Mini Egg Brownies are the perfect treat for Easter! Loaded with chocolate chips and chopped mini eggs, they're a must-try with a cuppa.
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Prep Time
5 MINS
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Cook Time
15 MINS
- KCals 78
- Carbs 7.9G
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 170°C. Line a 8 x 8 inch tin with non-stick baking paper.
- Place the flour, spread, eggs, cocoa, sweetener and baking powder into a mixing bowl. Mix with a wooden spoon until thick and fully combined.
- Scrape the mixture into the lined tin and sprinkle over the chocolate chips and half the mini eggs. Place in the oven for 15 minutes until slightly risen and set.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle over the remaining mini egg pieces pressing lightly into the surface of the brownies. Leave to cool in the tin for a few minutes and then transfer to a wire rack. Cut into 16 squares and serve.
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