Description
Delightfully sweet and crunchy Easter Egg Snacks featuring melted white chocolate combined with peanut butter, honey, and vanilla, mixed with pastel candy-coated chocolates, mini marshmallows, shredded coconut, and pretzel pieces. These no-bake treats are perfect for festive gatherings or a fun snack to celebrate the holiday.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Mixture
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Mix-ins
- 1/2 cup pastel candy-coated chocolate pieces
- 1/4 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup pretzel pieces
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients and Workspace: Gather all ingredients and set up your workspace for an efficient process.
- Choose Mixing Bowl: Select a medium-sized mixing bowl large enough for all ingredients.
- Melt White Chocolate: Place white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 20-30 second increments, stirring between sessions until smooth and fully melted.
- Combine Peanut Butter: Add peanut butter to the melted white chocolate and stir until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Honey: Stir in honey thoroughly to integrate sweetness evenly.
- Incorporate Vanilla Extract: Pour in vanilla extract and stir to blend the flavor throughout the mixture.
- Add Pretzels: Break pretzel pieces into smaller bits and fold into the chocolate mixture, coating them gently.
- Add Coconut and Marshmallows: Mix in shredded coconut and mini marshmallows, distributing evenly.
- Fold in Candy-Coated Chocolates: Carefully fold in pastel candy-coated chocolate pieces to avoid breaking them.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat for easy removal.
- Portion the Mixture: Use a spoon or cookie scoop to place small portions onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Shape the Snacks: Gently press each portion into a small mound or round shape.
- Set the Snacks: Allow to set at room temperature for 30 minutes or refrigerate for 10-15 minutes for faster firming.
- Transfer for Serving or Storage: Once firm, remove from parchment paper and place on a serving platter or storage container.
- Serve or Store: Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Notes
- You can speed up the setting process by refrigerating the snacks.
- If you prefer a nut-free version, substitute peanut butter with seed butter or omit it entirely.
- Make sure to break the pretzels into small pieces for easier mixing and better texture.
- Handle pastel candy-coated chocolates gently to keep them intact.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness and prevent melting.
