Chocolate Easter Eggs

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Chocolate Easter Eggs.

1. Step 1

   Begin by setting up a double boiler, allowing the steam to gently warm the water beneath.

2. Step 2

   Add three-quarters of your chopped milk chocolate to the top bowl and stir it frequently with a rubber spatula, ensuring you scrape the sides to avoid any scorching.

3. Step 3

   Keep an eye on the temperature, aiming for a smooth melt at 113°F (46°C), which should take around five minutes.

4. Step 4

   Once melted, remove it from the heat.

5. Step 5

   Next, introduce the remaining chopped milk chocolate to the warm mixture, stirring until it transforms into a silky blend.

6. Step 6

   Allow this luscious chocolate to cool down to 86°F (30°C).

7. Step 7

   With a pastry brush in hand, generously coat the insides of your egg mold with a layer of the melted chocolate, then pop it into the refrigerator for about ten minutes to set.

8. Step 8

   After the first layer has firmed up, repeat the brushing process for a second layer and chill again for another ten minutes.

9. Step 9

   Don’t stop there; apply a third layer of chocolate, followed by a final chill of ten minutes until everything is perfectly set.

10. Step 10

    Once the chocolate egg halves are ready, gently unmold them and use a sharp knife to trim any uneven edges.

11. Step 11

    To seal the halves together, brush a bit of melted chocolate along the edges and carefully press them together, forming a delightful egg.

12. Step 12

    Return the assembled creation to the mold and chill for an additional ten to fifteen minutes until it is completely set.

13. Step 13

    Enjoy the sweet satisfaction of your homemade chocolate egg!.