Chocolate Covered Marshmallow Peeps (Printable)

Soft marshmallow Peeps coated with rich chocolate, perfect for festive occasions and quick treats.

# What You'll Need:

→ Marshmallow Base

01 - 12 marshmallow Peeps chicks or bunnies, any color

→ Chocolate Coating

02 - 7 oz semisweet or milk chocolate baking bars, chopped into small pieces

→ Optional Decorations

03 - 2 tbsp rainbow sprinkles, crushed nuts, or colored sugar

# How-To Steps:

01 - Line a large baking sheet completely with parchment paper or wax paper, ensuring edges are covered to prevent sticking.
02 - Place chopped chocolate in a microwave-safe heatproof bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly after each burst, until completely smooth and fluid. Alternatively, melt over a double boiler, stirring constantly until glossy.
03 - Hold each Peep firmly by its base or insert a bamboo skewer into the bottom. Dip the Peep into melted chocolate, submerging completely and rotating to ensure even coverage. Gently tap against bowl edge to remove excess chocolate.
04 - Immediately transfer dipped Peep to prepared baking sheet. While chocolate remains wet, sprinkle with decorations or toppings of choice. Work quickly before chocolate begins to set.
05 - Transfer baking sheet to refrigerator and chill for 20 to 30 minutes, or until chocolate coating is completely firm and no longer tacky to touch.
06 - Layer finished treats between parchment paper in an airtight container. Store at cool room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • These look gourmet but take minutes to make, perfect for last minute holiday gifts
  • The contrast between crispy chocolate and soft marshmallow is absolutely addictive
  • Kids and adults both get excited over the festive colors and decorations
02 -
  • Moisture is the enemy here, so make sure your Peeps are fresh and not the ones from last year that have gone stale or sticky
  • Room temperature chocolate sets faster and more evenly than if you dip cold marshmallows into warm chocolate
03 -
  • If the chocolate gets too thick while dipping, add just 1 teaspoon of coconut oil or vegetable shortening to smooth it out again
  • Work quickly once the chocolate is melted because it thickens up fast and becomes harder to coat evenly

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