easter brownies with m&ms
These festive Easter brownies are rich, fudgy, and adorned with colorful M&Ms, making them a delightful treat for any holiday gathering. Their vibrant appearance and chocolatey goodness will surely impress your guests and family alike.
Equipment
- 1 9x13-inch baking pan
- 1 mixing bowls
- 1 whisk
- 1 rubber spatula
- 1 plastic wrap or aluminum foil
- 1 oven mitts
- 1 cooling rack
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder For a richer chocolate flavor, use dark chocolate cocoa powder.
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup M&Ms Plus extra for topping, customize with pastel colors for a festive look.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, melt the butter in the microwave or on the stovetop until fully melted. Allow it to cool slightly.
- Once the butter is cool, add the granulated sugar and whisk until well combined.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a rubber spatula, being careful not to over-mix.
- Gently fold in the M&Ms until evenly distributed throughout the brownie batter.
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly.
- Sprinkle some additional M&Ms on top for decoration.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Once baked, remove from the oven and allow the brownies to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
- Cut into 12 equal pieces and serve.
Notes
For a richer chocolate flavor, use dark chocolate cocoa powder.
You can customize the M&Ms by using pastel colors for a more festive Easter look.
Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.