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Mardi Gras Alligators

Mardi Gras Alligators: Fun and Easy Festive Treats for All

Mardi Gras Alligators are vibrant treats that bring fun and excitement to any celebration.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 treats
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Alligators
  • 1 cup Green Candy Melts Can substitute with white chocolate or other colored melts if desired.
  • 12 pieces Nutter Butter Cookies Other cookies like vanilla wafers can be used but will alter the flavor profile.
For Decoration
  • 1 cup Candy Eye Sprinkles Can substitute with chocolate chips or small round candies.
  • 5 pieces White Heart Sprinkles Small marshmallows or mini M&Ms could be an alternative.
  • 1 cup Crown Sprinkles You can skip these or use colored sugar if unavailable.

Equipment

  • Microwave-Safe Bowl
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by placing your green candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat them in the microwave at 50% power for 2-3 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  2. Once your candy melts are ready, take a Nutter Butter cookie and quickly dip it into the melted green coating. Ensure the cookie is fully submerged and evenly coated.
  3. After dipping, carefully place each coated cookie onto a sheet of parchment paper. Allow the dipped Mardi Gras Alligators to sit for about 10-15 minutes, or until the green candy coating has completely hardened.
  4. While the coating is still slightly warm and tacky, grab your candy eye sprinkles and place two on each cookie. Add five white heart sprinkles and then top off with a crown sprinkle.
  5. Allow the decorated cookies to sit undisturbed for an additional 20-30 minutes to ensure that the candy coating is completely dry and secure.

Nutrition

Serving: 1treatCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These treats are perfect for any festive gathering and kids love decorating them!

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