Chocolate Covered Marshmallow Peeps (Printable)
Soft marshmallow treats coated in creamy chocolate with optional festive decorations.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Marshmallow Peeps
01 - 12 marshmallow Peeps (any color or shape)
→ Chocolate Coating
02 - 7 oz semisweet or milk chocolate, chopped
→ Optional Decorations
03 - 2 tbsp sprinkles, crushed nuts, or colored sugar
# How-To Steps:
01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper.
02 - Place the chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Melt using a microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each, or over a double boiler until smooth.
03 - Holding each Peep by the base or using a skewer, dip it into the melted chocolate, turning to coat evenly. Let excess chocolate drip off.
04 - Place the coated Peep on the prepared baking sheet. While the chocolate is still wet, add sprinkles or other decorations if desired.
05 - Repeat with all remaining Peeps.
06 - Chill the tray in the refrigerator for 20–30 minutes, or until the chocolate is completely set.
07 - Store in an airtight container at cool room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Takes those overly sweet marshmallow treats and transforms them into something surprisingly sophisticated
- The chocolate balances the sugar perfectly, creating that ideal sweet-bitter contrast we all secretly crave
- Ready in under thirty minutes but looks like you bought them from a fancy chocolatier
02 -
- Even a tiny drop of water will seize your chocolate into a grainy, unfixable mess, so keep your equipment completely dry
- If the chocolate starts to thicken while you're dipping, add one teaspoon of coconut oil or vegetable shortening to smooth it out again
03 -
- Use a fork to lift dipped Peeps from the chocolate instead of your fingers to avoid visible fingerprints and uneven melting
- If the chocolate coats too thickly, tap the fork gently against the bowl rim to encourage excess to drip away