Pin A festive and colorful assortment of homemade candy eggs, perfect for celebrating Easter with family and friends. Each egg is beautifully decorated and displayed for a delightful centerpiece.
This recipe has become a treasured tradition for our family Easter gatherings, creating sweet memories and vibrant displays.
Ingredients
- Candy Centers: 2 cups powdered sugar, 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened, 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Flavored Fillings (optional choose one or more): 1/4 cup shredded coconut, 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter, 1/4 cup chopped dried fruit (apricots, cherries, or cranberries)
- Chocolate Coating: 12 oz (340 g) semisweet or milk chocolate, chopped, 1 tablespoon coconut oil or vegetable shortening
- Decorations: Assorted pastel sprinkles, Colored icing pens, Edible pearls or sugar flowers
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a large bowl, beat together powdered sugar, butter, cream cheese, vanilla, and salt until smooth. If desired, divide the mixture and mix in coconut, peanut butter, or dried fruit to create different flavored centers.
- Step 2:
- Using your hands, shape the mixture into small egg shapes (about 1-inch each). Place eggs on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for 20 minutes to firm up.
- Step 3:
- Meanwhile, melt the chocolate and coconut oil together in a heatproof bowl over a pan of simmering water, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Step 4:
- Dip each chilled egg into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off. Place back on the parchment-lined tray.
- Step 5:
- While the chocolate is still soft, decorate eggs with sprinkles, icing pens, edible pearls, or sugar flowers as desired.
- Step 6:
- Chill eggs in the refrigerator for 15 minutes until set.
- Step 7:
- Arrange decorated eggs on a platter or in a basket for an attractive Easter display.
Pin Sharing these candy eggs with my family each year brings immense joy and sweet Easter memories.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, electric mixer or sturdy spatula, baking tray, parchment paper, double boiler or microwave-safe bowl, forks or dipping tools
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (butter cream cheese chocolate), peanuts (if using peanut butter), and possible tree nuts (if using certain fillings or decorations). Some decorations may contain gluten. Always confirm ingredient labels for allergens.
Nutritional Information
Per egg approx. Calories 120, Total Fat 6 g, Carbohydrates 15 g, Protein 1 g
Pin Enjoy making these beautiful and tasty Easter candy eggs as a festive treat for your loved ones.
Recipe Q&A
- → What variations can I try for the candy centers?
You can mix shredded coconut, creamy peanut butter, or chopped dried fruits like apricots and cherries into the centers to create diverse flavors.
- → How should I melt the chocolate coating?
Melt the chocolate with coconut oil over simmering water or in short microwave bursts, stirring frequently until smooth and slightly cooled before dipping.
- → What decorations work best for the candy eggs?
Pastel sprinkles, colored icing pens, edible pearls, and sugar flowers provide festive and attractive finishes to the coated eggs.
- → How long should the shaped eggs chill before dipping?
Chill the shaped egg centers for about 20 minutes to firm up before dipping them into melted chocolate.
- → How should leftover candies be stored?
Store the decorated candies in an airtight container in the refrigerator where they will keep fresh for up to one week.