Description
Make your Easter unforgettable with this DIY Chocolate-Dipped Easter Eggs recipe. Learn how to create stunning, delicious chocolate eggs at home with simple ingredients, creative toppings, and easy-to-follow steps. Perfect for Easter desserts and edible gifts!
Ingredients
12 hard-boiled eggs 12 ounces dark, milk, or white chocolate 1 teaspoon vegetable oil or shortening (optional) 1/2 cup sprinkles 1/2 cup crushed nuts 1/4 cup shredded coconut 1/4 cup pastel candies Edible glitter (optional)
Instructions
1. Prepare the eggs by hard-boiling and cooling completely. Peel if desired or leave the shells for a rustic finish. Melt the chocolate in a double boiler or microwave, stirring until smooth. Add vegetable oil if needed to thin. Dip each egg into the melted chocolate, turning to coat evenly. Decorate with sprinkles, nuts, coconut, candies, or glitter while chocolate is still wet. Let eggs set on a parchment-lined tray at room temperature or in the refrigerator until hardened.
Notes
Enjoy within 2 days for best flavor and texture. If peeled, store eggs in the refrigerator and serve chilled. Experiment with chocolate and topping combinations for variety.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: Easter, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 105mg