Easter is a time for celebration and indulgence, and nothing says indulgence like Easter candy. While store-bought candy is always an option, making your own Easter candy can add a special touch to the holiday festivities. In this article, we will provide you with a delicious Easter candy recipe that is sure to impress your family and friends. From classic treats to creative twists, these homemade candies will be the highlight of your Easter celebrations. So put on your apron and get ready to satisfy your sweet tooth with these delectable Easter treats!
Easter is a time for celebration and indulging in sweet treats, and what better way to satisfy your sweet tooth than with an Easter candy cake? This colorful and festive dessert is not only delicious but also a fun and creative way to use up all those leftover Easter candies. Whether you prefer chocolate, fruity, or nutty flavors, there's a candy cake recipe for everyone to enjoy.
If you're a fan of the classic chocolate bark, then you'll love this Easter twist on the popular treat. With a variety of colorful Easter candies mixed in, this bark is not only visually appealing but also bursting with different flavors and textures. It's an easy and fun recipe to make with kids, and makes for a great Easter gift or party favor.
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Easter Candy Kabobs
Main Ingredients: Gummies, Marshmallows, Peeps, Bamboo, Cooking Spray
Kabobs aren't just for grilling - they can also make for a fun and creative Easter dessert. Simply skewer your favorite Easter candies, such as marshmallow peeps, jelly beans, and chocolate eggs, and top it off with a drizzle of white chocolate for a delicious and decorative treat. Kids will love helping to assemble these kabobs and they make for a great addition to any Easter brunch or dessert spread.
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Easter Candy Cookies
Main Ingredients: Salted Butter, Brown Sugar, Corn Starch, Eggs, Vanilla
It's no secret that cookies are a crowd-pleaser, and when you add Easter candy into the mix, they become even more irresistible. From chocolate chip cookies filled with chopped up chocolate Easter eggs to sugar cookies topped with colorful M&Ms, the possibilities are endless. Get creative and experiment with different cookie and candy combinations to find your perfect Easter cookie recipe.
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Easter Candy Blondies
Main Ingredients: Flour, Brown Sugar, Butter, Vanilla, Eggs, Salt, Baking
If you're a fan of brownies, then you'll love this Easter candy spin on the classic dessert. Blondies, or white chocolate brownies, are a delicious and easy treat to make, and adding in chopped up Easter candies takes them to the next level. Think white chocolate chips, chopped up Cadbury Mini Eggs, and pastel M&Ms - the perfect combination of sweet and crunchy in every bite.
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Fruity Easter Candy
Main Ingredients: Wheat Cracker, Dried Fruit, Cashews, Orange, Cocoa
If you're looking for a healthier alternative to all the chocolate and sugar-filled Easter candies, consider making your own fruity Easter candy. From homemade fruit leather in fun Easter shapes to chocolate-covered fruit skewers, these treats are not only delicious but also a healthier option for those watching their sugar intake. Get creative with different fruit combinations and shapes to make your own unique Easter candy.
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Easter Candy Popcorn
Main Ingredients: Popped Popcorn, Butter, Mini Marshmallows, M M, Milk
Popcorn is a classic movie snack, but with a few added ingredients, it can also make for a delicious and festive Easter treat. Simply mix in some chopped up Easter candies, like chocolate eggs or candy-coated popcorn, into your popcorn and drizzle with melted white chocolate for a sweet and salty snack that's perfect for Easter movie marathons.
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Easter Candy Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Flour, Baking Powder, Salt, Unsalted Butter, White
Cupcakes are always a hit at parties and gatherings, and adding in some Easter candy decorations makes them even more special. Whether you choose to top your cupcakes with mini chocolate eggs, marshmallow peeps, or jelly beans, they're sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Plus, they're a fun and easy recipe to get kids involved in the kitchen.
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Easter Candy Fudge
Main Ingredients: Sugar, Heavy Whipping Cream, Salted Butter, Marshmallow
Fudge is a rich and decadent dessert that's perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. And when you add in some chopped up Easter candies, it becomes even more indulgent. From peanut butter fudge with chopped up Reese's eggs to chocolate fudge with crushed Cadbury Mini Eggs, there's a fudge recipe for every Easter candy lover.
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Easter Bark Made with Easter Candy
Main Ingredients: Butter, Brown Sugar, Chocolate Chips, Candy, M Ms
If you're a fan of chocolate bark but want to take it up a notch, try making an Easter bark using your favorite Easter candies. Simply melt chocolate, spread it out on a baking sheet, and top it with chopped up candies like mini Cadbury eggs, jelly beans, and pastel M&Ms. Let it cool and harden, then break it into pieces for a colorful and delicious treat.
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Easter Candy Chocolate Bark
Main Ingredients: Semi Sweet Chocolate, Eggs, Mini M Ms, Colored Sprinkles
Speaking of bark, why not try making a chocolate bark entirely made of Easter candies? This recipe is perfect for using up any leftover Easter candy you may have lying around. Simply melt chocolate, spread it out on a baking sheet, and top it with all your favorite Easter candies. Let it cool and harden, then break it into pieces for a fun and festive treat.
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Easter Candy Brownie Cookies
Main Ingredients: Unsweetened Chocolate, Butter, Sugar, Large Eggs
If you can't decide between a brownie or a cookie, why not have both? These Easter candy brownie cookies combine the best of both worlds, with a gooey brownie center and a crispy cookie edge. And of course, they're filled with chopped up Easter candies for an extra burst of flavor and texture.
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Easter Candy Bar Brownies
Main Ingredients: Granulated Sugar, Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, All Purpose
For those who love a good candy bar, these Easter candy bar brownies are a must-try. They're filled with all your favorite candy bars, like Snickers, Kit Kats, and Twix, and topped with a layer of fudge and more chopped up candy bars. It's a decadent and indulgent treat that's perfect for satisfying any sweet cravings.
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Easy Easter Candy Bark
Main Ingredients: Almond, Wilton Candy Melts, Candy
If you're short on time but still want to make a fun and festive Easter treat, this easy Easter candy bark is the perfect recipe for you. Simply melt chocolate, spread it out on a baking sheet, and top it with your favorite Easter candies. Let it cool and harden, then break it into pieces for a simple yet delicious treat that's sure to impress.
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Easter Candy Drip Cake
Main Ingredients: White Cake Mix, Granulated Sugar, Sour Cream, Water
If you want to take your Easter candy creations to the next level, try making an Easter candy drip cake. This cake is not only visually stunning, but also filled with layers of cake, frosting, and chopped up Easter candies. And of course, it wouldn't be complete without a chocolate drip and more candy decorations on top.
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Leftover Easter Candy Treats
Main Ingredients: White Cake Mix, Vegetable, Eggs, Jelly Beans, Water
Let's face it - after Easter, we often end up with more candy than we know what to do with. Instead of letting it go to waste, why not get creative and make some leftover Easter candy treats? From candy-filled milkshakes to candy bar-stuffed cookies, there are endless possibilities for delicious and unique treats using your leftover Easter candies.
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Leftover Easter Candy Cookies
Main Ingredients: All Purpose Flour, Baking Soda, Butter, Salt, Brown
If you have a lot of leftover Easter candies, why not use them to make some fun and colorful cookies? Simply chop up your candies and mix them into your favorite cookie dough recipe. Not only does it add a pop of color and flavor, but it's also a great way to use up all those extra candies.
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Leftover Easter Candy Freakshake
Main Ingredients: Butter, Powdered Sugar, Milk, Vanilla Extract, Peeps
For an indulgent and over-the-top Easter treat, try making a leftover Easter candy freakshake. These milkshakes are not only filled with your favorite candies, but also topped with whipped cream, sprinkles, and even more candies. It's a fun and creative way to use up all those leftover Easter treats.
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Kid-Friendly Homemade Easter Candy
Main Ingredients: Chocolate Candy, M M, Candies
If you want to get your kids involved in the kitchen this Easter, why not try making some homemade Easter candy together? From chocolate-covered fruits to homemade marshmallows, there are plenty of kid-friendly recipes that are not only fun to make, but also make for delicious Easter treats.
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Macadamia Nut Easter Candy Bark
Main Ingredients: Candy, Macadamia Nut, Eggs, Food Coloring
If you're looking for a unique and indulgent Easter treat, try making this macadamia nut Easter candy bark. It combines the rich and buttery flavor of macadamia nuts with the sweetness of white chocolate and the crunch of pastel M&Ms. It's a delicious and sophisticated treat that's perfect for any Easter gathering.
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Easter Candy Cake
Main Ingredients: Cake, Icing, Peeps, Candies
Let's start with a classic – a cake! This Easter candy cake is a colorful and festive dessert that is sure to wow your guests. The cake is made with layers of vanilla sponge cake and filled with a creamy frosting that is studded with chopped Easter candy. Top it off with some more candy and you have a beautiful and delicious centerpiece for your Easter celebration.
If you're short on time but still want to impress your guests, this Easter candy bark is the perfect choice. Simply melt some white chocolate and spread it on a baking sheet. Then, sprinkle on your favorite Easter candy and let it set. Once it's hardened, break it into pieces and serve. It's a quick and easy treat that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
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Easter Candy Kabobs
Main Ingredients: Gummies, Marshmallows, Peeps, Bamboo, Cooking Spray
Kabobs aren't just for savory dishes – they can also be a fun and creative way to enjoy Easter candy. Simply thread your favorite candy onto skewers and serve them as a colorful and delicious dessert. You can even add some fruit in between the candy for a healthier option.
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Easter Candy Cookies
Main Ingredients: Salted Butter, Brown Sugar, Corn Starch, Eggs, Vanilla
You can't go wrong with classic cookies, especially when they're filled with your favorite Easter candy. These soft and chewy cookies are made with a combination of brown and white sugar, giving them the perfect texture. The addition of chopped Easter candy takes these cookies to the next level.
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Easter Candy Blondies
Main Ingredients: Flour, Brown Sugar, Butter, Vanilla, Eggs, Salt, Baking
If you're a fan of brownies, then you'll love these Easter candy blondies. They have a similar texture to brownies but are made with white chocolate instead of cocoa powder. The white chocolate pairs perfectly with the colorful Easter candy, making these blondies a fun and festive dessert.
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Easter Candy Popcorn
Main Ingredients: Popped Popcorn, Butter, Mini Marshmallows, M M, Milk
Popcorn is a great snack for any occasion, and Easter is no exception. This Easter candy popcorn is a tasty and addictive treat that is perfect for snacking on while watching your favorite Easter movie. Simply toss some popcorn with melted white chocolate and your favorite Easter candy and you have a sweet and salty snack that everyone will love.
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Fruity Easter Candy
Main Ingredients: Wheat Cracker, Dried Fruit, Cashews, Orange, Cocoa
If you're looking for a healthier option, this fruity Easter candy is the perfect choice. Simply dip some fruit in melted chocolate and sprinkle on some crushed Easter candy. It's a fun and colorful way to enjoy your favorite fruit and satisfy your sweet tooth at the same time.
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Easter Candy Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Flour, Baking Powder, Salt, Unsalted Butter, White
Cupcakes are always a hit at parties, and these Easter candy cupcakes are no exception. The cupcakes are made with a rich and moist chocolate batter, and the frosting is filled with chopped Easter candy. Top them off with even more candy for a fun and festive dessert.
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Easter Candy Fudge
Main Ingredients: Sugar, Heavy Whipping Cream, Salted Butter, Marshmallow
If you're a fan of fudge, then you'll love this Easter candy version. This recipe combines white chocolate, condensed milk, and chopped Easter candy to create a rich and creamy fudge that is perfect for Easter. It's easy to make and can be customized with your favorite Easter candy.
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Easter Bark Made with Easter Candy
Main Ingredients: Butter, Brown Sugar, Chocolate Chips, Candy, M Ms
If you want to kick your Easter candy bark up a notch, try this recipe that uses both white and dark chocolate. The combination of the two chocolates creates a beautiful marbled effect, and the addition of chopped Easter candy makes it even more delicious.
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Easter Candy Chocolate Bark
Main Ingredients: Semi Sweet Chocolate, Eggs, Mini M Ms, Colored Sprinkles
This Easter candy chocolate bark is perfect for those who prefer dark chocolate. It's made with a layer of dark chocolate, topped with a layer of white chocolate, and finished off with your favorite Easter candy. The dark chocolate adds a rich and slightly bitter flavor that pairs perfectly with the sweetness of the candy.
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Easter Candy Brownie Cookies
Main Ingredients: Unsweetened Chocolate, Butter, Sugar, Large Eggs
If you can't decide between brownies and cookies, why not have both? These Easter candy brownie cookies are the perfect combination of the two. They have the texture and flavor of a brownie but are shaped like a cookie. The addition of chopped Easter candy adds a burst of sweetness in every bite.
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Easter Candy Bar Brownies
Main Ingredients: Granulated Sugar, Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, All Purpose
For those who love candy bars, these Easter candy bar brownies are a must-try. They are made with a layer of brownie batter, a layer of chopped candy bars, and another layer of brownie batter. The end result is a gooey and indulgent dessert that will satisfy any chocolate lover.
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Easy Easter Candy Bark
Main Ingredients: Almond, Wilton Candy Melts, Candy
If you're short on time and ingredients, this easy Easter candy bark is the perfect recipe for you. All you need is your favorite chocolate and some chopped Easter candy. Melt the chocolate, spread it on a baking sheet, and sprinkle on the candy. Let it set and break it into pieces – it's that simple!
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Easter Candy Drip Cake
Main Ingredients: White Cake Mix, Granulated Sugar, Sour Cream, Water
If you want to make a show-stopping dessert for Easter, this Easter candy drip cake is the way to go. It's a classic vanilla cake filled and frosted with a creamy buttercream frosting. Then, it's topped with a chocolate ganache drip and decorated with your favorite Easter candy. It's a delicious and impressive dessert that will be the talk of your Easter celebration.
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Leftover Easter Candy Treats
Main Ingredients: White Cake Mix, Vegetable, Eggs, Jelly Beans, Water
If you have leftover Easter candy, don't let it go to waste. Instead, use it to make some delicious treats like these Easter candy cookies. Simply chop up your leftover candy and add it to your favorite cookie recipe. You can even mix and match different types of candy for a unique and tasty treat.
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Leftover Easter Candy Cookies
Main Ingredients: All Purpose Flour, Baking Soda, Butter, Salt, Brown
Another great way to use up your leftover Easter candy is by making these leftover Easter candy cookies. These cookies are made with a combination of oats, peanut butter, and chopped Easter candy. They're chewy, crunchy, and filled with gooey pockets of melted candy – a perfect way to use up those leftover treats.
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Leftover Easter Candy Freakshake
Main Ingredients: Butter, Powdered Sugar, Milk, Vanilla Extract, Peeps
If you want to take your leftover Easter candy treats to the next level, try making this leftover Easter candy freakshake. It's a milkshake topped with whipped cream, chopped Easter candy, and even a mini candy bar. It's a fun and indulgent way to use up your leftover candy.
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Kid-Friendly Homemade Easter Candy
Main Ingredients: Chocolate Candy, M M, Candies
If you want to get your kids involved in the kitchen, this recipe for kid-friendly homemade Easter candy is a great option. It's a simple and fun way to make your own Easter candy using just a few ingredients. Let your kids get creative and decorate their candy with sprinkles, food coloring, or whatever their hearts desire.
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Macadamia Nut Easter Candy Bark
Main Ingredients: Candy, Macadamia Nut, Eggs, Food Coloring
If you're a fan of nuts in your desserts, try this recipe for Macadamia Nut Easter candy bark. It's similar to the other Easter candy bark recipes, but it uses macadamia nuts for added crunch and flavor. The combination of white chocolate, macadamia nuts, and chopped Easter candy is a match made in heaven.
Easter is a time for celebration and indulgence, and nothing says indulgence like Easter candy. While store-bought candy is always an option, making your own Easter candy can add a special touch to the holiday festivities. In this article, we will provide you with a delicious Easter candy recipe that is sure to impress your family and friends. From classic treats to creative twists, these homemade candies will be the highlight of your Easter celebrations. So put on your apron and get ready to satisfy your sweet tooth with these delectable Easter treats!
Homemade Chocolate Easter Eggs
Ingredients:
1 cup of chocolate chips
1/4 cup of butter
1/4 cup of heavy cream
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
1/4 cup of powdered sugar
Food coloring (optional)
Assorted sprinkles and candy decorations
To kick off our Easter candy recipe, we will start with a classic favorite – chocolate Easter eggs. Begin by melting the chocolate chips, butter, and heavy cream in a double boiler. Once melted, stir in the vanilla extract and powdered sugar until the mixture becomes smooth and glossy. If you want to add some color to your eggs, now is the time to mix in a few drops of food coloring.
Next, take small portions of the mixture and form them into egg-shaped balls. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for about 20 minutes, until they are firm. Once they have hardened, take them out and decorate them with sprinkles and candy decorations of your choice. These homemade chocolate Easter eggs are sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike.
Carrot Cake Truffles
Ingredients:
1 box of carrot cake mix
1/2 cup of cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup of butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract
1/4 cup of powdered sugar
1 cup of white chocolate chips
Green candy melts
For a unique twist on traditional Easter candy, try these delicious carrot cake truffles. Start by baking the carrot cake according to the package instructions and let it cool completely. In a separate bowl, mix together the cream cheese, butter, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar until well combined. Crumble the cooled cake and mix it with the cream cheese mixture until a dough forms.
Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Refrigerate for about 30 minutes. In the meantime, melt the white chocolate chips in a double boiler. Once melted, take the truffles out of the fridge and dip them into the white chocolate, coating them completely. Return them to the baking sheet and let them set. To create the carrot tops, melt the green candy melts and use a toothpick to create little leaves on top of the truffles. These carrot cake truffles are a fun and tasty addition to any Easter candy spread.
In conclusion, making your own Easter candy is a great way to add a personal touch to your holiday celebrations. With these easy and delicious recipes, you can impress your loved ones and create memories that will last a lifetime. So why not give these homemade Easter treats a try this year? Your taste buds will thank you.