EASTER EGG CANDIES

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Kids will jump at the chance to help in the kitchen when you're making these Easter egg candies. -Gloria Jarrett, Loveland, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup butter, cubed
2 packages (3 ounces each) cook-and-serve vanilla pudding mix
1/2 cup milk
3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1 teaspoon maple flavoring
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 teaspoon coconut extract
2 cups milk chocolate chips
2 teaspoons shortening

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in pudding mixes until blended. Whisk in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Stir in confectioners' sugar and vanilla until smooth. , Divide pudding mixture between two bowls. To the first bowl, add walnuts and maple flavoring; mix well. To the second bowl, add coconut and coconut extract; mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until firm. Form tablespoonfuls of pudding mixture into egg shapes. Place on a waxed paper-lined pan. Chill for 30 minutes or until firm., In a microwave-safe bowl, melt milk chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip eggs in chocolate. Place on waxed paper until set. Decorate as desired. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 51mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Almina Brewster
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These candies are a great addition to any Easter basket. They're sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike.


Antonia Smith
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I'm not a big fan of chocolate, but these candies are actually really good. The peanut butter filling is the perfect complement to the chocolate.


Mubiru Steven
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These candies are a bit messy to make, but they're worth the effort. They're so delicious!


mdrahul islam
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I had some trouble getting the chocolate to melt smoothly. I ended up having to microwave it in short bursts.


Augustine Smith
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These candies are a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids love them.


Riya Gautam
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I love the pastel colors of these candies. They're so festive and perfect for Easter.


Restly Calimlim
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These candies are a great way to use up leftover Easter eggs. They're also a fun and easy treat to make with kids.


ABUBAKAR MEDIA
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I was a bit skeptical about how these candies would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. They're so delicious and addictive!


Omsri Sinhala Tech
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These candies are so easy to make, even my kids can help. They're a great way to get the whole family involved in the Easter festivities.


Sandesh Baral
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I've made these candies several times now, and they always turn out perfectly. They're a great way to use up leftover chocolate.


atif aslam Arif
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These candies are the perfect treat for Easter. They're festive and fun, and everyone loves them.


Roman abbasi Roman abbasi
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I love how customizable these candies are. I added some chopped nuts and dried fruit to mine, and they turned out amazing!


Dominic Chaparro
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These Easter egg candies were a hit with my family! They're so easy to make and taste delicious.