chocolate easter eggs
These delightful homemade chocolate Easter eggs are a fun and tasty treat perfect for celebrating the holiday. They can be filled with your favorite candies or treats, making them customizable for anyone’s taste.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 double boiler or microwave-safe bowl
- 1 silicone egg molds
- 1 rubber spatula
- 1 toothpick (optional for decoration)
- 1 baking sheet
Ingredients
- 12 oz chocolate chips Can use milk or dark chocolate.
- 1 cup crushed candies Options include mini marshmallows, jelly beans, or sprinkles.
- ½ cup white chocolate For drizzling, optional.
Instructions
- Begin by melting the chocolate chips. You can do this using a double boiler or by microwaving them in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
- Once melted, allow the chocolate to cool slightly but not harden.
- Using a silicone egg mold, pour a spoonful of melted chocolate into each egg cavity. Use a brush or the back of a spoon to spread the chocolate evenly along the sides, creating a shell.
- Place the molds in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes or until the chocolate has completely set.
- After the shells have hardened, remove them from the molds and fill each half with your choice of crushed candies.
- Cover the filled halves with more melted chocolate, sealing them together. Use a spatula to smooth over the seams.
- Place the filled eggs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- If desired, melt white chocolate and drizzle it over the filled eggs for decoration.
- Return the eggs to the refrigerator for another 10 minutes to set completely.
- Once set, your chocolate Easter eggs are ready to be enjoyed or gifted!
Notes
Customize the filling as desired, using nuts, dried fruits, or different candies. Store the finished chocolate eggs in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. If you don't have egg molds, you can shape the chocolate with your hands, but this can be a bit messier.