Best 2 Homemade Chocolate Easter Eggs Recipes
Easter is a time for celebration, and what better way to celebrate than with homemade chocolate Easter eggs? With a little bit of planning and effort, you can create delicious and beautiful chocolate eggs that will be the highlight of your Easter feast. Whether you prefer dark, milk, or white chocolate, there is a recipe out there for everyone. And with so many different ways to decorate your eggs, you can be sure that your creations will be as unique as they are delicious. So gather your ingredients and tools, and let's get started on making some amazing homemade chocolate Easter eggs!
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
HOMEMADE CHOCOLATE EASTER EGGS
This recipe is over 35 years old. My home economics teacher in high school had us make the eggs as a class project-and the candies have been a big hit ever since.-Julie Warren, Conyers, Georgia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 10 eggs.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine the pudding mixes, butter and milk. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil. Cook and stir 1-2 minutes longer or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in sugar and peanut butter. Cool slightly. , Shape 1/2 cupfuls into egg shapes. Place on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet; refrigerate until set., In a microwave or heavy saucepan, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip eggs in chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Return eggs to waxed paper to set. Decorate with icings and candies as desired. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 988 calories, Fat 57g fat (23g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 488mg sodium, Carbohydrate 121g carbohydrate (105g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 16g protein.
HOMEMADE CHOCOLATE EASTER EGGS
These chocolate easter eggs are made without a mold. They are basically oval chocolate truffles . I usually coat half in cocoa powder and the other half in coconut flakes. Store in the fridge for up to 1 week, but they never last that long in my house!
Provided by Marianne
Categories Desserts Chocolate Dessert Recipes Dark Chocolate
Time 5h30m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place chocolate, cream, and butter in top of a double boiler over simmering water. Stir frequently, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching, until chocolate is melted, about 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in rum, followed by confectioners' sugar. Cool briefly, then cover and cool in the refrigerator until firm, about 5 hours.
- Shape chocolate mixture into oval eggs. Place cocoa powder and coconut flakes in separate small bowls. Roll 1/2 of the chocolate eggs in the cocoa powder and the other 1/2 in coconut flakes. Transfer to the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 111.1 calories, Carbohydrate 10.1 g, Cholesterol 9.3 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 2.8 mg, Sugar 7.7 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality chocolate: The type of chocolate you use will greatly affect the taste of your Easter eggs. Look for chocolate that has a cocoa content of at least 70%.
- Temper your chocolate: Tempering chocolate is a process that helps to stabilize the chocolate and make it more glossy and smooth. This can be done by melting the chocolate slowly and then cooling it down quickly.
- Use a variety of fillings: You can fill your Easter eggs with anything you like, such as ganache, buttercream, caramel, or nuts. Get creative and have fun!
- Decorate your Easter eggs: Once your Easter eggs are filled, you can decorate them with sprinkles, candy, or edible paint. This is a great way to personalize your eggs and make them unique.
Conclusion:
Making homemade chocolate Easter eggs is a fun and rewarding experience. With a little bit of time and effort, you can create delicious and beautiful Easter eggs that your family and friends will love. So get creative and have fun!
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