St. Paddy’s Day McPeeps are adorably festive and simple to make at home.
Ingredients and supplies for St. Paddy’s Day McPeeps:
- Green Peep chicks
- Yellow candy coating wafers (or melting chocolate)
- Green gumdrops
- Green Necco wafers (or similar flat candy)
- Shamrock sprinkles
- Toothpicks and a small bowl for melting coating
1. Melt the yellow candy coating according to the package directions. Dip the bottom of a green gumdrop into the melted coating and press it onto a green Necco wafer to form a small hat. Allow the coating to set briefly so the pieces hold together.
2. Using a toothpick dipped in the melted coating, add a shamrock sprinkle to the front of the gumdrop hat. The melted coating acts as an edible glue and holds the sprinkle in place.
3. Attach the finished gumdrop hat to the top of a green Peep using a small dab of the melted candy coating. Hold the hat gently in place until the coating sets and the hat is secure. Repeat to dress each Peep.
Tips: Work on a parchment-lined tray so the finished McPeeps are easy to move. If you prefer, substitute similar candies you already have on hand. These make delightful St. Patrick’s Day treats for parties, classroom snacks, or a festive family baking activity.
For more St. Patrick’s Day dessert ideas like these McPeeps, browse your favorite holiday recipes or search seasonal dessert collections.