Searching for a delightful and cheerful dessert to whip up this Easter? Consider making charming Easter Egg Brownies that mimic the appearance of real eggs on the outside, but are filled with luscious, fudgy chocolate on the inside.
These brownie-stuffed Easter Eggs are not only tasty but also offer a delightful surprise for your family and friends. The excitement of cracking open an egg to discover a fudgy brownie inside is sure to bring joy to everyone.
This Easter, put a creative spin on the classic pan-baked brownies by using actual eggshells as molds for your baking.
Reasons to Adore These Eggshell Baked Brownies
- Innovative and Entertaining: An extraordinary way to serve brownies that will make your Easter memorable.
- Family-Friendly Fun: Involve the whole family in making these delightful desserts.
- Irresistibly Fudgy: Enjoy the classic taste of rich chocolate brownies, baked uniquely inside real eggshells.
- Ideal for Easter Celebrations: Perfect as edible gifts or for adding a creative touch to Easter baskets and hunts.
Ingredients Needed for This Recipe:
- Eggs – you’ll use 2 whole eggs in the brownie batter, but you’ll need additional eggshells for baking
- Unsalted butter
- Semi-sweet baking chocolate
- Granulated sugar
- Vanilla extract
- Unsweetened cocoa powder
- All-purpose flour
How to Create Easter Egg Brownies:
- Step 1: Prepare the Eggshells
- Start by making a small hole at the top of each egg using a sharp knife or scissors. Gently widen the hole to about 1/3 – 1/2 inch to empty the egg. Use a skewer to help remove the contents if needed. (Remember to save 2 whole eggs for your brownie batter!). Wash the eggshells thoroughly under warm water.
- Create a saltwater solution by dissolving 3.5 oz. (100g) of salt in roughly 4 and ¼ cups (1 liter) of water. Submerge the eggshells in this solution for 30 minutes so they are fully soaked. Afterwards, rinse and allow them to air dry on a paper towel, hole side down.
- Lightly grease the inside of each shell with oil to ensure the brownies do not stick. Swirl a small amount of oil around each eggshell and pour out any excess.
- Place the eggshells in a muffin tray and use aluminum foil to keep them upright while filling and baking.
- Step 2: Prepare the Brownie Batter
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Melt the butter and chocolate together, stirring until smooth and fully combined. Allow the mixture to cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl, mix sugar, 2 eggs, and vanilla extract together. Add the melted chocolate and mix until smooth.
- Sift cocoa powder, flour, and a pinch of salt into the chocolate mixture and stir just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Step 3: Fill and Bake
- Transfer the brownie batter to a piping bag with a small nozzle (or a zip-top bag with a corner snipped off) for easy filling.
- Carefully fill each prepared eggshell about ¾ full with the batter.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes. Expect some batter to overflow; this can be cleaned up post-baking.
- Allow the baked eggshells to cool slightly, then carefully remove any excess brownie and clean the shells with a damp towel. Be cautious of the heat.
- Step 4: Serve and Enjoy!
- Present them whole like actual “hard-boiled eggs.”
- Gently tap to crack the shells and reveal the brownie surprise inside!
- Optionally, peel back some of the shell for a fun, cracked look.
The Ultimate Easter Dessert
These Easter Egg Brownies offer more than just a sweet treat; they provide an unforgettable experience! The fun of cracking open what appears to be a hard-boiled egg only to find a delicious, fudgy brownie inside is sure to delight everyone.
Whether you are preparing them for a holiday gathering, an Easter egg hunt, or just as a festive baking project with the kids, this recipe is sure to impress and bring smiles all around.
Wishing you a Happy Easter and enjoyable baking!
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- Easter-Themed Poke Cake
- DIY Chocolate Peanut Butter Easter Eggs
- Easter Cheesecake
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