chocolate-covered coconut cream eggs (similar to homemade versions of Mounds or Bounty candy, often made for Easter). Here is a full homemade recipe to make them.
Chocolate Covered Coconut Eggs (Full Recipe)
Ingredients
Coconut filling
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3 cups shredded sweetened coconut
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1 cup powdered sugar
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4 oz cream cheese, softened
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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¼ tsp salt
Chocolate coating
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2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
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1 tbsp coconut oil or butter
Optional:
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Extra melted chocolate for drizzle
Instructions
1. Make the coconut filling
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In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
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Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt and mix well.
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Stir in shredded coconut until a thick dough forms.
2. Shape the eggs
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Scoop about 2 tablespoons of mixture.
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Shape into egg or oval shapes.
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Place on a parchment-lined tray.
3. Chill
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Freeze for 30–40 minutes until firm.
4. Melt the chocolate
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Combine chocolate chips and coconut oil.
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Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
5. Coat the eggs
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Dip each coconut egg into melted chocolate.
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Place back on parchment paper.
6. Decorate
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Drizzle extra melted chocolate on top (like in your photo).
7. Set
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Refrigerate 15–20 minutes until chocolate hardens.
✅ Yield: about 12–14 eggs
⏱ Total time: ~1 hour
💡 Tips for perfect results
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Freeze the filling well so it doesn’t fall apart while dipping.
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Use dark chocolate for less sweetness.
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Add almond extract for a flavor similar to Almond Joy candy.