This is the Easter dessert that stops people in their tracks- Cadbury Egg Brownie Skillet! Imagine a warm, fudgy brownie baked in a cast iron skillet and loaded with crunchy chocolate Cadbury Mini Eggs. The candy shell gives just the right amount of crunch while the chocolate inside melts into the brownie creating those gooey chocolate pockets we all love.
I love making skillet desserts because they come out rustic, rich, and completely irresistible. You serve it warm right out of the pan, scoop it into bowls, and maybe add a little vanilla ice cream on top if you really want to take it over the top.
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This dessert is perfect for Easter dinner, spring gatherings, or a fun weekend treat when Cadbury eggs are filling the grocery store shelves.
And trust me… when that warm brownie center hits the table, everyone grabs a spoon.
Ridic-ulicious!
Table of contents
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
• Rich fudgy brownie texture
• Perfect Easter dessert
• One skillet and easy cleanup
• Ready in about 30 minutes
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Ingredients You’ll Need
This recipe uses simple pantry ingredients plus colorful Cadbury eggs.
Ingredients
½ cup unsalted butter
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup all-purpose flour
⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon baking powder
¾ cup chopped Cadbury Mini Eggs
¼ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional but delicious)
How to Make a Cadbury Egg Brownie Skillet
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Lightly grease a 10-inch cast iron skillet or oven-safe pan.
Step 2: Melt the Butter
Melt ½ cup butter in a microwave-safe bowl or small saucepan.
Allow it to cool slightly.
Step 3: Mix the Brownie Batter
In a bowl whisk together:
½ cup melted butter
1 cup granulated sugar
Add:
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Whisk until smooth.
Step 4: Add the Dry Ingredients
Stir in:
½ cup all-purpose flour
⅓ cup cocoa powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon baking powder
Mix just until combined.
Step 5: Add the Chocolate Eggs
Fold in:
¾ cup chopped Cadbury Mini Eggs
¼ cup chocolate chips
Pour batter into the prepared skillet.
Sprinkle a few extra Cadbury egg pieces on top for presentation.
Step 6: Bake
Bake for 18–22 minutes.
The center should still be slightly soft for that perfect fudgy texture.
Step 7: Serve
Let the brownie rest about 5 minutes, then serve warm.
Top with:
• Vanilla ice cream
• Chocolate drizzle
• Extra Cadbury egg pieces
RIDICULICIOUS.
Tips for the Best Brownie Skillet
Use a cast iron skillet for even heat and crispy edges.
Do not overbake — the center should remain slightly gooey.
Chop the Cadbury eggs so they distribute throughout the batter.
Serve warm for the ultimate dessert experience.
Storage Tips
Cover leftovers and store at room temperature for 3 days.
Reheat individual portions in the microwave for about 20 seconds.
FAQ About Cadbury Egg Brownie Skillet
Can I make this without a cast iron skillet?
Yes. You can bake this in an 8×8 baking dish instead.
Can I use boxed brownie mix?
Absolutely. Prepare the mix and simply fold in the chopped Cadbury eggs before baking.
Should the center look slightly underbaked?
Yes! That’s what creates the fudgy brownie texture.
Cadbury Egg Brownie Skillet
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ¾ cup Cadbury Mini Eggs chopped
- ¼ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 10-inch cast iron skillet.
- In a mixing bowl whisk together melted butter and sugar until combined.
- Add eggs and vanilla extract and whisk until smooth.
- Stir in flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder until just combined.
- Fold in chopped Cadbury Mini Eggs and chocolate chips.
- Spread the brownie batter evenly in the prepared skillet.
- Sprinkle a few extra Cadbury egg pieces over the top.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes, until edges are set but the center remains slightly soft.
- Allow the brownie skillet to cool for 5 minutes before serving.