Top Secret Recipes Version of Cadbury Cream Eggs by Todd Wilbur
Recreate the magic of a beloved Easter classic with the "Top Secret Recipes Version of Cadbury Cream Eggs by Todd Wilbur." This DIY spin on the iconic treat features a luscious, creamy filling made from light corn syrup, butter, and powdered sugar, with a clever two-tone design of white "egg whites" and a golden yellow "yolk" achieved with food coloring. Encased in a smooth, glossy coat of melted chocolate, these homemade Cadbury Cream Eggs are a fun and delightful project for candy enthusiasts. With straightforward steps and minimal equipment, you’ll whip up 12 delectable eggs in just under an hour of active prep time. Perfect for gifting, holiday celebrations, or indulging in nostalgic sweetness any time of year!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Light corn syrup
- 1 4-tablespoon stick Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 3 cups Powdered sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Yellow food coloring
- 12 ounces Chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons Crisco shortening
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the light corn syrup, butter, and vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
Slowly add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. Continue until a smooth, dough-like consistency is achieved.
Remove about one-third of the mixture and place it in a separate bowl. Add the yellow food coloring to this smaller portion and mix until an even yellow color is achieved. This will be the 'yolk.'
Cover both the white and yellow mixtures with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm enough to handle.
Once the mixtures are firm, roll the yellow portion into small marble-sized balls (one for each egg). Set them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for 15 minutes.
Take a heaping tablespoon of the white mixture and flatten it in your hand. Place one yellow ball in the center and wrap the white mixture around it. Roll gently to create a smooth egg shape. Repeat for all the eggs and place them in the freezer for 15 minutes.
While the eggs are freezing, melt the chocolate chips and shortening together in a double boiler or microwave, stirring until smooth.
Using a fork or dipping tool, dip each egg into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated. Let any excess chocolate drip off before placing the egg on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Allow the chocolate coating to set at room temperature or place the eggs in the refrigerator for quicker setting.
Store the finished Cadbury Cream Eggs in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to enjoy.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4064 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 139.7 g | 179% | |
| Saturated Fat | 74.6 g | 373% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 81 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 754.8 g | 274% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.1 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 715.6 g | ||
| Protein | 14.4 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 116 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 1261 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
