Chocolate Covered Peeps Treat (Printable)
Marshmallow Peeps coated in smooth chocolate with optional decorations for a fun treat.
# What You'll Need:
→ Marshmallow
01 - 12 Peeps marshmallow candies, any shape or color
→ Chocolate Coating
02 - 7 oz semisweet or milk chocolate chips, or chopped chocolate
03 - 1 tbsp coconut oil or vegetable shortening
→ Decorations
04 - Sprinkles, crushed nuts, or colored sugar as desired
# Directions:
01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper and set aside.
02 - Combine chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly after each, until completely smooth and melted. Alternatively, use a double boiler over low heat, stirring constantly.
03 - Insert a skewer or toothpick into the base of each Peep to create a handle for easier dipping.
04 - Holding the skewer, dip each Peep into the melted chocolate, turning to ensure complete coverage. Gently tap against the bowl edge to remove excess chocolate.
05 - Place coated Peeps on the prepared baking sheet. Immediately sprinkle with decorations while chocolate is still wet.
06 - Let chocolate set at room temperature for 30 minutes, or refrigerate for 10-15 minutes until firm.
07 - Remove skewers carefully. Serve immediately or package in an airtight container for gifting.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Takes an already nostalgic candy and makes it somehow more irresistible
- The crunch of chocolate against fluffy marshmallow is pure magic
- Customizable with any chocolate or toppings you have on hand
02 -
- Work quickly once chocolate is melted because it starts seizing up if left sitting too long
- Room temperature Peeps dip better than cold ones straight from the package
- Any water in your melting bowl will ruin the chocolate completely
03 -
- Leftover melted chocolate can be poured onto parchment and broken into bark later
- A chopstick works better than a toothpick for larger Peeps shapes