Description
Delightful Mini Eggs Easter Brownie Parfaits combine fudgy homemade brownies with creamy whipped cream and colorful Mini chocolate eggs to create a festive and indulgent layered dessert perfect for celebrating Easter with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Brownie
- 1 box brownie mix (plus ingredients per package)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup water
Parfait Layers
- 2 cups whipped cream (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup Mini chocolate eggs (variety of colors)
- Optional: cocoa powder for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven as instructed on the brownie mix package. Grease an 8×8 inch baking pan thoroughly to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of brownies.
- Mix and Bake Brownies: In a mixing bowl, combine the brownie mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and water until the batter is smooth and consistent. Pour the batter evenly into the greased pan. Bake according to the package directions, aiming for a fudgy texture which is ideal for layering.
- Cool and Cut Brownies: Once baked, remove the brownies from the oven and allow them to cool completely to room temperature. Cut the cooled brownies into small square pieces suitable for layering in serving glasses.
- Assemble Parfaits: In each serving glass, create alternating layers starting with brownie pieces, then whipped cream, followed by crushed Mini chocolate eggs. Repeat these layers until the glass is filled, ensuring a balanced and attractive presentation.
- Garnish and Chill: Top each parfait with a generous dollop of whipped cream and whole Mini chocolate eggs for decoration. Optionally, dust with cocoa powder for added flavor and visual appeal. Refrigerate the parfaits for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the layers set and flavors meld.
Notes
- Use store-bought or homemade whipped cream according to your preference for freshness and taste.
- Allow brownies to cool completely to prevent melting the whipped cream when assembling.
- For a richer taste, consider using cream cheese or mascarpone mixed into the whipped cream layer.
- Can be prepared a few hours in advance and kept refrigerated for ease of serving during gatherings.
- Optionally, add a splash of coffee or espresso to the brownie batter for a mocha twist.
