Mini Egg Protein Blondies

Ingredients

• 120g unsalted butter (melted)
• 100g light brown sugar
• 50g granulated sugar
• 1 large egg & 1 egg yolk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 120g plain flour
• 40g vanilla whey protein powder
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• Pinch of salt
• 100-150g chocolate mini eggs (crushed slightly)

Method

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan)
2. Line an 8x8 inch baking tin with parchment paper
3. In a bowl, whisk together;
   - Melted butter
   - Brown sugar
   - Granulated sugar
4. Mix until smooth and glossy then whisk in:
   - 1 egg and 1 yolk
   - Vanilla extract
5. Mix until fully combined and slightly thick
   
6. In a separate bowl, mix;
   - Flour
   - Protein powder
   - Baking powder
   - Salt
7. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture
8. Don't overmix - just combine until a soft dough forms
9. Fold in most of the crushed mini eggs
10. Save a handful for the top
11. Spread the batter evenly into the tin
12. Sprinkle remaining mini eggs on top
13. Bake for 20-25 minutes
14. Edges should be golden & centre slightly soft (it will set as it cools)
15. Let cool in the tin for at least 30 minutes
16. Slice into squares