Save 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 tradition in our family, bringing everyone together to create and enjoy these delicious decorated egg candies.
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 Making these candies has created memorable moments with my family especially during the Easter season when we all gather to decorate and enjoy them together
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 This delightful recipe brings both joy and sweetness to any Easter celebration and is sure to impress your guests.
Common Questions
- → What ingredients form the center of the candy eggs?
The centers combine powdered sugar, softened butter, cream cheese, vanilla, and salt for a creamy base. Optional additions include shredded coconut, peanut butter, or chopped dried fruits.
- → How do I shape the candy into egg forms?
After mixing the center ingredients, shape the mixture by hand into small 1-inch egg shapes. Chilling them helps firm the shapes before coating.
- → What is the best way to coat the candy eggs?
Melt semisweet or milk chocolate with coconut oil using a double boiler. Dip the chilled egg shapes in the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip before decorating.
- → Which decorations work well for these candy eggs?
Assorted pastel sprinkles, colored icing pens, edible pearls, and sugar flowers add a festive and visually appealing touch to the eggs.
- → How should these decorated candy eggs be stored?
Store the finished eggs in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They maintain freshness and texture for up to one week.
- → Can the candy centers be customized with flavors?
Yes, you can mix in shredded coconut, creamy peanut butter, or chopped dried fruits to create varied flavored centers.