Save to Pins 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 been a joyful tradition in my family, bringing everyone together to create and enjoy the beautiful decorated egg candies every Easter season.
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.
Save to Pins Making these candies has created many cherished family memories filled with laughter and creative decorating sessions every Easter.
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
Calories: 120, Total Fat: 6 g, Carbohydrates: 15 g, Protein: 1 g (per egg approx.)
Save to Pins These decorated egg candies make a beautiful and delicious Easter gift that your family and friends will love.
Questions & Answers
- → How can I shape the candy centers into eggs?
Use your hands to gently form the smooth filling mixture into small, 1-inch egg shapes. Refrigerate them to firm up before coating.
- → What are some flavor variations for the candy centers?
You can mix in shredded coconut, peanut butter, or chopped dried fruits like apricots or cherries to customize the filling.
- → What chocolate types work best for coating?
Semisweet or milk chocolate melted with coconut oil or vegetable shortening ensures a smooth coating and elegant finish.
- → How do I decorate the coated candy eggs?
While the chocolate is still soft, add pastel sprinkles, colored icing, edible pearls, or sugar flowers for a festive look.
- → How should these decorated eggs be stored?
Place them in an airtight container and keep refrigerated for up to one week to maintain freshness and texture.