There is something so satisfying about edible cookie dough and turning it into delicious cookie dough Easter eggs was a logical next step. They’re perfect for the Easter table but you can make them into any shape you like!
These cookie dough chocolate eggs are perfect for Easter, but you can shape them into balls or bars and eat it year round. There is no baking required, making it super easy and quick. They’re fun to decorate with whatever you like and can be made ahead for your Easter party!
If you want to make these Easter egg cookie dough truffles you need the following ingredients. Make sure to check the quantities and full list of ingredients in the recipe card below:
Making the cookie dough Easter eggs is basically making cookie dough but without baking it. If you’re worried about bacteria you can briefly place the dough in the oven for 5 minutes at 180˚C/350˚F (conventional oven).
To make the cookie dough you start by creaming the butter with the two sugars. Add the milk and the vanilla extract and mix it until combined. Now add the flour, salt and chocolate chips and knead it all into a firm dough.
The next step is to divide the dough into 25 equal pieces and roll each one into an egg shape. Place on some wax paper or parchment paper and refrigerate for at least an hour.
The next step is to coat the Easter eggs with melted chocolate. I melt around 2/3 of the chocolate using a double boiler. Remove from the heat and add the remaining chocolate. This essentially tempers the chocolate without a thermometer.
Dip the eggs one by one and place them on a piece of parchment paper. Sprinkle with your sprinkles of choice before the chocolate sets. Let the chocolate harden completely before serving your Easter egg truffles.
You can store the Easter egg truffles in an airtight container for up to a week.
If you want to freeze the cookie dough eggs, it is best to do so without the chocolate coating to prevent white spots. You can freeze the cookie dough for up to 3 months.
If you love baking for Easter make sure to check out these delicious and easy Easter recipes too!
Yes! This recipe does not contain eggs. As an added precaution, you can heat the cookie dough in the oven to eliminate any potential bacteria.
It’s not recommended. Raw flour can contain bacteria, so heat-treating it is an important step when making edible cookie dough.
Both milk chocolate and dark chocolate work well. Use good-quality chocolate for the smoothest coating and best flavor.
Yes, candy melts are a great alternative and make decorating even easier. They also don’t require tempering.
Make sure the dough is chilled well before dipping in the melted chocolate. If the dough feels too soft, place it back in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes.
Definitely! Try chopped mini eggs, sprinkles, crushed cookies, or peanut butter chips for variation.
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