Try these two fun new kid-friendly Easter Treats. Easy and quick to make!
Easter Chick Pops
INGREDIENTS
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150 g white chocolate melts
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100 g white marshmallows
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10 M&Ms
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2 red licorice twists
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1 black icing pen
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Melt white chocolate in a bowl placed over a saucepan of simmering water. Alternatively, melt in short bursts in the microwave.
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Push marshmallows onto the icy pole sticks. One by one, dip into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off.
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Cut M&M’s in half with a sharp knife. Cut 4mm slices of licorice and then cut those across into half moons. Working quickly before the chocolate has completely set, press a half M&M into the front of the marshmallow and a licorice piece onto the top. Refrigerate to set completely.
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Once set, using an icing pen, squeeze a small amount onto each marshmallow to form the eyes. Enjoy!
EQUIPMENT
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20 popsicle sticks
Image and recipe courtesy: https://www.bestrecipes.com.au/recipes/easter-chick-pops-recipe/o6qgg24l?r=baking/5s97zja0&h=baking
Easter Nests
INGREDIENTS
12 oz. chocolate chips
3/4 c. smooth peanut (or other nut) butter
5 c. chow mein noodles (10 ounces)
Candy-coated chocolate eggs
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DIRECTIONS
- Line large rimmed baking sheet with waxed paper. In 4-quart saucepan, melt chocolate chips and nut butter on low, stirring constantly, about 5 minutes.
- Place chow mein noodles in a large bowl. Pour chocolate mixture over noodles; stir well to coat.
- Onto prepared sheet, drop 2 tablespoons mixture to form mound; repeat with remaining mixture. Shape into nests. Refrigerate until set, about 30 minutes.
- To serve, fill nests with chocolate eggs. Makes 24 nests.
Image and recipe courtesy https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/food-recipes/a1530/chocolate-nests-recipe-ghk0415/
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