Next weekend is Easter! Eek! Today we’re checking out ideas that are a little more fun. These fun Peeps inspired crafts and treats are a playful take on Easter.

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This Easter is bittersweet for my family. My uncle recently passed away and all weekend we have been preparing all of the arrangements. As soon as this is over we will be forced to jump right into the holiday. It has definitely been a stressful time.

That’s why I wanted to do a playful round-up today. These crafts and treats brighten your spirits and remind you that there is always joy in the darkest times.

Bunny Decorated Straws (Keeping it Real)

It doesn’t get much more fun than these adorable bunny straws. They will make the kiddos get excited even when they’re drinking water.

DIY 10-Minute Easter Peeps Centerpiece (Dazzle While Frazzled)

If you don’t love the taste of Peeps (like me) then turn them into awesome decor like this centerpiece.

Marshmallow Bunny Peeps Pudding Cups (Walking on Sunshine)

For the family members that love Peeps, make these adorable pudding cups. Guaranteed the kids will love them.

What Up My Peeps Printable (Bombshell Bling)

Okay, you seriously need this printable… and also put this on a shirt… and if there’s time, maybe a blanket. This design is just that awesome.

Easter Bunny Cut Out Cookies (The Flying Couponer)

While not expressly Peeps, these adorable cookies resemble their adorable heads. They’re also a great way to enjoy a bunny treat without eating those marshmallow bunnies.

Lavender Bunny Soap with Essential Oils (Simply Designing)

Have you ever seen such an adorable soap? Not only are these bunnies incredibly cute, they’re also infused with calming lavender. That will make the holidays more zen for you.

Easter Maxi Skirt Sewing Tutorial (Bombshell Bling)

Do you feel the itch to get sewing? This easy maxi skirt is the perfect fun craft to scratch that itch. Can you say most adorable mommy and me outfits ever?

How to Dip Dye Marshmallows with Food Coloring (Made in a Day)

Again, not expressly Peeps but I included it because it lets you make your own colorful marshmallow creations. All of your guests will love munching on these during the family dinner.

How much fun are these Peeps inspired crafts and treats? I definitely need to get that “What up my Peeps” design on a t-shirt for sure. Don’t be surprised if you see me sporting it eclectically in July! Now it’s time to check out the Merry Monday link party. Share your awesome new projects and ideas then hop around and be inspired.

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Save money on basket fillers this year with these delicious mint and raspberry chocolate crosses. They’re easy to make and kiddos love them!

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Baskets filled with candy are your nightmare on Easter. It leads to sugar-hyped kiddos and cupboards full of candy for months.

I believe we were still hoarding Easter candy come Christmas last year. That’s why we don’t load our Easter baskets up with candy.

Instead the kids get one plastic egg with candy inside, peeps (because they’re pretty), and a chocolate cross.

Years ago, I bought this chocolate mold and started making my own to save money and it has definitely paid for itself. This year, mix up the traditional chocolate with these mint and raspberry chocolate crosses.

Funny story… I hate white chocolate. I have no idea why, I have just never enjoyed the taste.

Unfortunately, white chocolate is the best for making the pretty colors and designs that I love. You simply can’t achieve that prettiness with cocoa chocolate.

Luckily, my kids have never met a candy they didn’t like so I get to enjoy the pretty colors and designs vicariously through them. That’s how these fun mint and raspberry chocolate crosses came to be.

Note: I used Duncan Hines Frosting Creations to flavor the candy melts which are no longer available. I’ve included links to my favorite candy flavoring for the same flavors. To achieve the same colors as my crosses, you will need to add some gel food coloring.

Mint and Raspberry Chocolate Crosses Ingredients

White Candy Melts
2 Tbsp. Shortening
Raspberry Flavoring
Mint Chocolate Chip Flavoring
Colorful Sprinkles

Step 1

Start by melting your chocolate in a microwave safe bowl in 30 second increments until melted.

Step 2

Next, stir your shortening into the melted chocolate. This will make it smoother and easier to pour.

Step 3

Divide your melted chocolate in half and add the second half to a separate bowl.

Step 4

Then add one flavoring to each bowl and stir to combine.

Step 5

Add sprinkles to the bottom of your cross molds and pour the melted chocolate into them.

Step 6

Let your chocolate set then pop your crosses out of the molds.

That’s all there is to these mint and raspberry chocolate crosses. They are so easy to make and a perfect treat for the kiddos’ Easter baskets. You can also control the level of chocolate. If you want your kids to have less, only fill the molds up halfway. They will still get a festive treat in their baskets without it being over-the-top.

Don’t forget to grab your cross mold. This is worth every penny and I love that I can make 2 at a time. When you have a bunch of rugrats to fill baskets for, anything that helps you save time while saving money is awesome!

Yield: 2 Chocolate Crosses

Mint and Raspberry Chocolate Crosses

Name: Mint and Raspberry Chocolate Crosses
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: White Candy Melts; 2 Tbsp. Shortening; Raspberry Flavoring; Mint Chocolate Chip Flavoring; Colorful Sprinkles

Cook Time 5 minutes

Additional Time 1 hour

Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes

Ingredients

White Candy Melts
2 Tbsp. Shortening
Raspberry Flavoring
Mint Chocolate Chip Flavoring
Colorful Sprinkles

Instructions

Start by melting your chocolate in a microwave safe bowl in 30 second increments until melted.
Next, stir your shortening into the melted chocolate. This will make it smoother and easier to pour.
Divide your melted chocolate in half and add the second half to a separate bowl.
Then add one flavoring to each bowl and stir to combine.
Add sprinkles to the bottom of your cross molds and pour the melted chocolate into them.
Let your chocolate set then pop your crosses out of the molds.

See where I’m linking up!

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More Ideas You’ll Love:

How to Fill and Easter Basket for Under $50
Beautiful Recycled Easter Napkin Rings
Easy DIY Golden Bunny Bank
Mini Easter Egg Topiary – Intelligent Domestications

With Easter right around the corner, it is time to start planning. Decorating Easter eggs is a fun family tradition to do with your kids each year. That tradition doesn’t have to be boring, though. These easy DIY Easter egg decorating ideas let your family add some personal flair to your eggs this year.

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How to Do Marimekko Easter Egg Decorating (Pillar Box Blue)

There is no doubt that these eggs have style! Luckily, they’re super easy to make too. Find out how at the tutorial above.

DIY Chalkboard Easter Eggs (Celebrating Everyday Life)

If you are looking for an elegant Easter egg idea it doesn’t get better than these chalkboard ones. The entire place setting looks like something right out of a magazine!

Easter Bunny Egg Treats (White House Crafts)

Need a festive way to deliver those treats? Look no further than these bunny eggs. They are fun and colorful, not to mention, crazy easy with the help of her printable.

7 Ways to Decorate Easter Eggs (Magical Mama Blog)

See the different traditional methods in action with these great ideas from Magical Mama.

Natural Blue Eggs Used as Planters (Our Crafty Mom)

Go the natural route with these adorable planters. These are great for place settings or on the window sill as decoration.

Color Blocked Easter Eggs (Simply Designing)

I’m absolutely in love with these adorable color blocked eggs! They are totally easy to make and perfect for your spring coffee table.

Galvanized Wooden Easter Eggs (Duct Tape and Denim)

Anyone else love all things galvanized? Now you can include the look in your Easter décor too.

Crystalized Egg Vases (The Scrap Shoppe Blog)

Anything crystalized is super pretty and these eggs are no exception. Fill them with pretty flowers for a colorful seasonal update.

How to Make All-Natural and Farmhouse Dyed Egg (Pink Fortitude)

Find out how to create colored eggs naturally with these ideas from Pink Fortitude. These are great for your farmhouse style.

Which of these easy DIY Easter egg decorating ideas will you make with your family this year? Try out multiple styles and make it a fun competition for your family to see whose design is the best! Now, it’s time to start the Merry Monday link party. Share your latest posts with us and check out what your friends have been up to. See you down there!