Mini Cadbury Easter Egg Blondies

The first time I made these was on a gray Sunday when I needed something colorful and cheerful. I chopped too many Mini Eggs and ended up eating them straight from the cutting board. That afternoon, my kitchen smelled like butter and sugar, and these blondies disappeared faster than I could count.

Last spring I brought a batch to my nieces birthday and their mom called me the next day asking for the recipe. The kids fought over the corner pieces with the most candy on top. Now they request them for every family gathering.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour: The structure that holds all that gooey chocolate together
• Baking powder: Just a touch gives these the perfect lift between dense and cakey
• Salt: Balances the sweetness and makes all the chocolate flavors sing
• Unsalted butter: Melt it first and let it cool slightly for the richest flavor
• Light brown sugar: The molasses creates that chewy, caramel-like blondie texture
• Large egg: Room temperature eggs blend more smoothly into the batter
• Pure vanilla extract: Dont skimp here—it rounds out all the chocolate flavors
• White chocolate chips: Creamy and sweet against the milk chocolate
• Milk chocolate chips: Optional but highly recommended for extra chocolate pockets
• Cadbury Mini Eggs: The star of the show—chop roughly and save some whole for the prettiest topping

Instructions

Preheat your oven:

Set it to 350°F and line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment, letting the edges hang over like handles

Whisk the dry ingredients:

Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl and set it aside

Mix the butter and sugar:

Stir the melted butter and brown sugar until completely smooth

Add the egg and vanilla:

Beat until everything is glossy and well combined

Fold in the dry ingredients:

Gently mix with a spatula just until no flour streaks remain

Add all the chocolate:

Fold in both chips and the chopped Mini Eggs until evenly distributed

Spread and top:

Press the batter into the pan and press those reserved whole Mini Eggs into the top

Bake until golden:

Check at 22 minutes—you want a toothpick with moist crumbs, not clean

Cool completely:

Let them set in the pan before lifting out and cutting into squares

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These became my go-to spring dessert after a coworker said they were better than any bakery blondie she had ever tasted. Now I keep a bag of Mini Eggs in the pantry year-round just in case.

Getting the Perfect Texture

I learned that underbaking slightly is the secret to that gooey center everyone fights over. The blondies continue cooking as they cool in the pan, so trust the process and remove them while the center still looks slightly soft.

Making Ahead and Storing

These actually taste better the next day as the flavors meld together. Wrap them tightly and they will stay perfectly chewy for four days—or freeze individual squares for up to three months and thaw them for impromptu dessert cravings.

Customizing Your Blondies

Sometimes I swap the white chocolate for dark chocolate chunks when I want something less sweet. A sprinkle of flaky sea salt on top right after baking takes these to bakery quality. You can also try chopped Oreos or peanut butter cups when Mini Eggs are not in season.

• Press the whole Mini Eggs into the batter gently so they do not sink
• Let them cool completely before cutting or they will fall apart
• Use a sharp knife and wipe it between cuts for clean edges

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These blondies are spring in a square—colorful, cheerful, and impossible to stop eating.

Recipe FAQs

→ Can I make these ahead of time?

Yes, these keep beautifully for up to 4 days stored in an airtight container at room temperature. The flavors actually develop and intensify after a day, making them perfect for preparing a day before serving.

→ What if I can't find Cadbury Mini Eggs?

Any candy-coated chocolate eggs work as a substitute—look for similar spring-themed candies. Alternatively, use M&M's or crushed chocolate bars for a similar texture and color variation.

→ How do I know when they're done baking?

Insert a toothpick into the center—it should come out with moist crumbs, not wet batter. The edges should be slightly pulled away from the pan and the top golden. They'll continue setting as they cool.

→ Can I freeze these blondies?

Absolutely. Wrap cooled squares individually in plastic wrap, then place in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature for 2 hours before serving.

→ Why do I need to chop some eggs and leave others whole?

Chopped eggs distribute chocolate and crunch throughout the batter, while whole eggs on top create that signature festive appearance and provide a satisfying crisp texture contrast to the soft blondie.

→ What size pan should I use?

An 8x8-inch pan yields thick, fudgy squares. A 9x9-inch pan works too—just reduce baking time by 2-3 minutes for slightly thinner pieces.