Got Leftover Easter Chocolate? Here’s How to Make the Most of It
Easter may be over, but for many, the leftover chocolate is still hanging around. If you’re wondering what to do with it all, here are some fun and delicious ways to repurpose your Easter egg stash.
Bake It In
Solid milk and white chocolate Easter eggs can easily replace chocolate chips in baked goods. Simply chop them into chunks and fold them into cookie, cake, or muffin batter. According to Jason Stockton, co-founder of a Melbourne chocolate shop, “Solid chocolate eggs tend to hold their shape well when baked.”
Prefer dark chocolate? It’s ideal for rich cakes and brownies. And if you’re using milk chocolate, Jason recommends adding some cocoa powder to boost the chocolate flavour.
Make Chocolate Fudge
Slow-cooking expert Paulene Christie, who owns 40 slow cookers, swears by using Easter eggs as the base for fudge. Melt about 600 grams of chocolate and create a decadent treat — or mix it with other chocolates and top it with extra eggs for decoration. “You’re still eating the chocolate,” she laughs, “just in a new way.”
Homemade Hot Chocolate
Another easy option? Use your chocolate eggs to make homemade hot chocolate. Jason suggests melting a mix of dark and milk chocolate and stirring it into hot milk. White chocolate also works, but keep in mind it’s much sweeter. Some even drop a whole egg into their morning coffee for a sweet surprise!
Dip & Drizzle
One of the simplest (and tastiest) ideas is melting your chocolate and dipping fresh fruit into it. Strawberries and raspberries are great choices. You can also drizzle the melted chocolate over pancakes, waffles, or ice cream for a gourmet touch.
Store It Right
To keep your leftover chocolate in top condition, storage is key. Chocolate stores best at 16–20°C in a cool, dry spot. If your pantry gets warm, an airtight container in the fridge will do — or even better, use a wine fridge if you have one. If not, the bottom shelf of your pantry is your best bet.
