easter candy
This delightful homemade Easter candy is a fun and colorful treat that everyone can enjoy during the holiday. Made with chocolate, marshmallows, and nuts, it’s easy to prepare and perfect for sharing with family and friends.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 double boiler or microwave-safe bowl
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper
- 1 spoon or spatula
- 1 set measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup salted peanuts or your favorite nuts
- ½ cup shredded coconut optional
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by lining a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a double boiler or a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips. If using a microwave, melt in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
- Once melted, remove the chocolate from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Add the mini marshmallows, salted peanuts, and shredded coconut (if using) to the melted chocolate. Stir until all the ingredients are well coated with chocolate.
- Using a spoon, drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Aim for each candy to be about the size of a small cookie.
- Before the chocolate sets, sprinkle each candy with decorations like sprinkles to give them a festive look.
- Allow the candy to cool at room temperature for about 10 minutes, then place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for an additional 20 minutes or until the chocolate is firm.
- Once set, gently lift the candies off the parchment paper and store them in an airtight container.
Notes
Feel free to customize your candy by adding different types of nuts or dried fruits.
These candies can be stored in the fridge for up to a week.
For a more colorful treat, you can melt white chocolate and drizzle it over the finished candies before they set.