DIY Chocolate-Dipped Easter Eggs
These DIY Chocolate-Dipped Easter Eggs are the perfect springtime treat—creamy on the inside, crisp and colorful on the outside. Perfect for Easter baskets, dessert platters, or just a fun family activity, they combine festive vibes with indulgent flavor in every bite.
Equipment
- Egg-shaped silicone mold
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
- Microwave-safe bowl
- Fork
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 6 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups candy melts or chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp coconut oil optional, for smoother chocolate
- sprinkles for decorating
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Gradually mix in powdered sugar and vanilla extract until a dough-like filling forms.
- Press the mixture into egg-shaped silicone molds and freeze for 30–45 minutes.
- While eggs chill, melt candy melts or chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Stir in coconut oil if using.
- Pop the chilled eggs out of the molds and dip them into the melted chocolate, using a fork to fully coat each one.
- Place on parchment paper and decorate immediately with sprinkles before the chocolate sets.
- Chill in the fridge until the chocolate hardens completely.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
You can customize the colors of the candy melts to fit your holiday theme. Use gel food coloring for best results with white chocolate.
Nutrition
Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 1gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 55mgSugar: 24gVitamin A: 4IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg
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