Chocolate Covered Peeps are a fun Easter treat the whole family is going to love. These Easter Desserts are easy and fast to make that you can get the kids involved in helping you create these yummy treats.
Easter is in a few days and ever since our daughter was a little girl there have been Peeps in our house around this time of year. I think my mom first introduced Olivia to these sugary marshmallow peeps treats and she loves them.
Chocolate Covered Peeps
My good friend, Jani, made these amazing Chocolate Covered Peeps that sold out really quickly at a local fundraiser. I knew I would have to make some for my family and, of course, share them with you, my blogging "peeps."
I'm surprised that you can now purchase Marshmallow Peeps for so many holidays and celebrations and they come in quite a few different shapes now too.
Tips for Melting Chocolate
These marshmallow peeps are really easy to make, but with like any recipe that includes melting chocolate you do need to follow a few important tips to make sure your chocolate melts smoothly:
- The most important tip is make sure the chocolate does not come in contact with any water. If it does, discard the chocolate. There is no rescuing it. Make sure the bowl you are using to melt the chocolate is completely dry as well.
- I like to use Almond Bark for melting chocolate. It's easy and I've never had any problems with it not melting properly.
- Make sure the chocolate is chopped into uniform pieces...which is why I like to use Almond Bark. It's so easy to break apart the pre-sectioned chunks.
- Place a few of the almond bark squares in a microwave-safe bowl.
- Melt in 30 second increments, stirring after each time.
- You can store any unused melted chocolate in a plastic container in the refrigerator for up to 2 - 3 weeks to use again for another recipe or as a topping for ice cream.
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Main Ingredients Needed:
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- 1 package Marshmallow Bunny Peeps
- Chocolate Almond Bark
- Assorted spring colored sprinkles
Baking Tips: I found it easier to put the Peeps on lollipop sticks to dip them without making a mess. You can use a wooden skewer as well.
Step-by-Step Directions
Step 1 | Melt the Chocolate
- Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment or waxed paper. Melt chocolate almond bark according to directions on the back of the package.
- Insert a wooden skewer or lollipop stick into the bottom of a marshmallow bunny peep.
- Dip the marshmallow peep into the melted chocolate being careful to cover the entire marshmallow peep bunny with chocolate. Lay flat on the baking sheet and remove the wooden skewer or lollipop stick.

Step 2 | Decorate the Chocolate Covered Peeps
- Now here's the fun part! You're going to want to decorate them as soon as you lay them on the waxed paper to dry otherwise the sprinkles won't adhere properly.
- Chose your favorite spring sprinkles to use.
- Add the colored sprinkles to the top of the marshmallow bunny peeps.
- Allow the chocolate to set completely before removing from waxed paper.
Tried any of my recipes? Let me know in the comments!
More Delicious Easter Recipes
- Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Eggs
- Mini Easter Egg Cakes - so cute!
- Marshmallow Bunny Peeps Pudding Cups
- Mini Easter Bundt Cakes
- Easter Bunny Peeps Desserts
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Chocolate Covered Marshmallow Peeps
Chocolate Covered Peeps are a fun Easter treat the whole family is going to love. They’re so easy and fast to make that you can get the kids involved in helping you create these yummy treats.
Ingredients
- 1 package Marshmallow Bunny Peeps
- 12 ounces Chocolate Almond Bark; about half the package.
- Assorted spring colored sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment or waxed paper.
- Melt chocolate almond bark according to directions on the back of the package.
- Insert a wooden skewer or lollipop stick into the bottom of a marshmallow bunny peep.
- Dip the marshmallow peep into the melted chocolate being careful to cover the entire marshmallow peep bunny with chocolate.
- Lay flat on the baking sheet and remove the wooden skewer or lollipop stick.
- Add the colored sprinkles to the top of the marshmallow bunny peeps.
- Allow the chocolate to set completely before removing from waxed paper.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
12Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 174Total Fat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 4mgCarbohydrates: 9gFiber: 4gSugar: 2gProtein: 5g
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Beverly says
Wow, now that is taking peeps to a new level. .Congratulations, you are being featured on Thursday Favorite Things. I hope you stop by.
Hugs,
Bev
Lois says
Thank you!
Renae says
This is awesome. The peeps are adorable. I would love it if you would share this on The Fabulous Friday Link Party this Friday. You can find the link on my website, Peacock Ridge Farm. Blessings to you.
buildingourhive says
Great idea! I love chocolate covered marshmallows and never thought of using Peeps! Thanks for sharing on Funtastic Friday!
Stephanie Abbott says
Chocolate covered peeps? How have I never thought of this. Adding to Pinterest queue. I'd love for you to join our link up. http://abbottsathome.com/2017/03/21/to-grandmas-house-we-go-link-party-28/
S Marie says
I'm loving the fun spring sprinkles on them! Too cute (plus I very much prefer dark and milk chocolate over white chocolate). Lol. Thanks for sharing with us at Merry Monday this week!
Catherine says
Dear Lois, such a fun Easter treat idea! Have a beautiful Easter holiday dear. xoxo, Catherine
Mitzi says
I have a love affair with Peeps AND Marshmallow Santas, so this recipe is at the top of my must-try list--yum!!
Gina Kleinworth says
You are definitely speaking my language. Chocolate covered marshmallows are a favorite - Peeps -that's a whole new kind of love.
Diana Hansen says
Yum!!
Krista Low says
These turned out so cute! Such a fun idea too 🙂
Ronda Eagle says
Hi! Perfect for Easter Sunday! Thanks for stopping by #TheWeekendSocial and linking up! I have pinned, stumbled and shared your link across social media. I hope to see you again next week!
Beth says
I love peeps! What a sweet idea!
Jess says
So cute! Love these!