On the Easter holiday, you want not only to decorate the table with delicious dishes but also to create something special and symbolic. These Coconut Easter Bunny Treats are the perfect festive bite. They’re fun to make, and the kids can get involved, too!

A dessert shaped like a sheep, featuring a coconut-covered body, almond head, and small eyes and mouth. It stands on walnuts with green candy pieces scattered around.

Not only do these Coconut Easter Bunny Treats look charming, but they also taste incredible! With a crunchy coconut base, creamy white chocolate-covered almonds, and nutty walnut “hooves,” these candies are a delightful mix of textures and flavors. They’re a fun addition to your Easter table and also make a thoughtful edible gift for loved ones.

When selecting ingredients, opt for high-quality white chocolate with at least 30% cocoa butter content. This ensures a smooth, even melt and a deliciously rich flavor. Avoid cheaper alternatives with vegetable fats, as they can give the chocolate a waxy texture and affect the final result.

Plate with nine coconut-coated sheep-shaped desserts, each with almond ears and chocolate faces, surrounded by green chocolate shard decorations.

Ingredients

White chocolate-covered almonds – You can also use yogurt covered almonds.
Coconut Raffaello chocolates – Or any coconut covered round bite-sized treat.
Almonds
Snowflake sprinkles
Walnut halves
Green chocolate shards – Or colored coconut shavings to decorate
White candy melts

How to Make Coconut Easter Bunny Treats

Trim the walnuts and coconut balls slightly with a sharp knife to create flat surfaces where they will be joined.
Melt the white candy melts using a double boiler or microwave in 15-second increments, stirring until smooth.
Coat the walnut and coconut candy connection points with melted white chocolate and press them together. Chill for 15 minutes to set.
Drop a small amount of melted chocolate on top of each Rafaello ball. Press a white chocolate-covered almond onto the chocolate to form the lamb’s face.
Attach the ears by “gluing” almond slices on either side of the almond face with melted white chocolate. Use snowflake sprinkles to create the lamb’s bangs.
Chill the candies until the chocolate sets completely.
Draw faces on the lambs using a water-based food marker. Get the kids involved in this creative step—they’ll love decorating their own little lambs!
Sprinkle a serving plate with green chocolate shards or colored coconut shavings. Arrange the lamb candies on top and serve.

Step-By-Step Process

Assorted baking ingredients displayed on a table include coconut balls, almond slices, walnuts, white almonds, white chocolate buttons, and green sprinkles in a wooden spoon. — Ingredients.

Sliced walnuts and two white powdered truffles on a rustic white cutting board with a rope handle, set against a light background. — Ingredients.

Chef Jenn’s Tips

Replace walnuts with pecans for a slightly sweeter, buttery flavor.
Swap almond slices with small cornflakes for a fun variation.
Store these candies in an airtight container in the fridge if making them ahead of time.

Make it a meal

Coconut Easter Bunny Treats are a delightful addition to any holiday dessert spread. Serve them alongside other festive treats like cookies, cakes, or fruit platters for a well-rounded Easter celebration. They pair beautifully with a cup of tea, coffee, or hot cocoa, making them the perfect sweet treat to enjoy after a holiday meal. Whether as a centerpiece on the dessert table or a thoughtful edible gift, these candies add a charming touch to any Easter gathering!

Cute sheep-shaped treats made with coconut flakes and icing on a plate, surrounded by green candy pieces.

Storage

Store the lamb candies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If gifting, keep them chilled until ready to serve to maintain their shape and texture.

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