Description
Celebrate Easter with these delightful Mini Eggs Easter Brownie Parfaits, featuring fudgy brownie layers, fluffy whipped cream, and colorful mini chocolate eggs for a festive and indulgent treat. Perfect for spring gatherings or as a fun dessert for the holiday.
Ingredients
Scale
Brownie Base
- 1 box brownie mix (plus ingredients per package, typically 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 Garnish
- Cocoa powder for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven according to the brownie mix package instructions and grease an 8×8 inch baking pan to prevent sticking.
- Mix Brownie Batter: In a mixing bowl, combine the brownie mix, 2 large eggs, 1/4 cup vegetable oil, and 1/4 cup water. Stir until smooth and well blended.
- Bake Brownies: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake as directed on the package for a fudgy texture, typically about 20-25 minutes. Confirm doneness with a toothpick.
- Cool and Cut Brownies: Allow the baked brownies to cool completely to room temperature, then cut them into small squares suitable for layering.
- Assemble Parfaits: In serving glasses, create layers by adding brownie pieces, followed by a generous spoonful of whipped cream, then crushed Mini chocolate eggs. Repeat these layers until the glass is filled.
- Top and Chill: Finish each parfait with a top layer of whipped cream and garnish with whole Mini chocolate eggs. Optionally, dust with cocoa powder. Refrigerate the assembled parfaits for at least 30 minutes before serving to set and chill.
Notes
- Use store-bought or homemade whipped cream depending on preference and time.
- For extra texture, crush some Mini chocolate eggs for layering and keep whole ones for garnish.
- The brownies should be completely cooled before assembling to prevent melting the whipped cream.
- This dessert can be prepared a few hours ahead and stored covered in the refrigerator.
- Adjust the sweetness by using whipped cream with no added sugar if preferred.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
