Pin it These chocolate covered marshmallow Peeps offer a whimsical and delicious treat, combining soft, airy marshmallows with a silky, rich chocolate coating. Simple to prepare, they involve melting semisweet or milk chocolate and dipping the Peeps, which can then be decorated with sprinkles or crushed nuts. Once chilled to set, these treats provide a perfect sweet bite ideal for holidays or casual get-togethers.
One rainy afternoon, my kitchen became a rainbow disaster zone after I decided to rescue a fading Easter basket of Peeps with chocolate. The first attempt left me with sticky fingers and marshmallow bits floating in melted chocolate, but I somehow cracked the code on the second try.
Last spring, my niece walked in on me mid dip with chocolate literally everywhere and declared it the best cooking project shes ever seen. We made three batches that afternoon and her sisters still text me asking when well do chocolate Peeps weekend again.
Ingredients
- Marshmallow Peeps: Any color works beautifully here, though I personally love how pastel pink and yellow peek through dark chocolate
- Semisweet or milk chocolate: Choose what you love eating straight from the bag, since thats exactly what youre going to taste
- Coconut oil or shortening: This secret ingredient makes the chocolate coating glossy and perfectly thin instead of gloppy
- Sprinkles or crushed nuts: Add these immediately after dipping because once that chocolate starts setting, nothing sticks
Instructions
- Prep your workspace:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper before you start melting anything. Trust me, trying to find paper with chocolate covered hands is a mess you want to avoid.
- Melt the chocolate:
- Microwave chocolate and coconut oil in 30 second bursts, stirring between each. It might look unchanged until that last stir suddenly reveals silky perfection.
- Dip like a pro:
- Lower each Peep into the chocolate using a fork, gently lift and tap against the bowl rim. This rhythmic tapping is oddly satisfying and gives you that professional thin coating.
- Add decorations while wet:
- Sprinkle immediately or they will just roll off. I learned this the hard way with an entire batch of completely bare chocolate rabbits.
- Set the chocolate:
- Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes. The chocolate should make a satisfying snap sound when you bite into it.
Pin it My friend admitted she was skeptical about chocolate covered marshmallow birds until I brought a plate to game night. They disappeared in under ten minutes and now she texts me every March asking if Peeps season has begun.
Making These with Kids
Set up a decorating station with bowls of sprinkles and let little hands go wild after you do the actual dipping. The dipping part requires a bit of patience and steady hands, but watching kids create their own chocolate masterpiece variations is absolutely worth the setup time.
Chocolate Flavor Twists
A tiny pinch of cinnamon stirred into melted chocolate gives these a Mexican hot chocolate vibe thats surprisingly sophisticated. My neighbor swears by adding a drop of peppermint extract, which apparently transforms them into a completely different experience.
Storage and Gifting
These keep beautifully in the refrigerator for up to a week, layered between parchment paper in an airtight container. I once packed them in little treat boxes with colorful tissue paper for a party favor, and people genuinely thought I bought them from some fancy confectionery shop.
- Package these quickly because chocolate softens fast at room temperature
- Keep them away from strong smelling foods in the fridge
- Bring to room temperature 10 minutes before serving for the best texture
Pin it Theres something so satisfying about turning those humble grocery store marshmallows into something that feels like a special occasion treat.
Common Recipe Questions
- → What type of chocolate works best?
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Semisweet or milk chocolate provide a smooth, balanced coating. Dark chocolate adds richness, while white chocolate offers a sweeter option.
- → How can I make the chocolate coating smoother?
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Adding a small amount of coconut oil or vegetable shortening to the melted chocolate helps achieve a glossy, fluid coating.
- → Can I add toppings to the chocolate layer?
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Yes, sprinkles, crushed nuts, or colored sugar add texture and color when applied before the chocolate sets.
- → What is the best way to melt the chocolate?
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Use a microwave in short bursts with stirring or melt gently over a double boiler to avoid burning.
- → How long should the treats chill for best results?
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Refrigerate for 20–30 minutes or until the chocolate coating is fully firm and set.
