Lacy Candy Baskets

Posted by LladyRusty at recipegoldmine.com 3/29/02 3:31:48 pm

Source: WVEC TV, Norfolk, Virginia

Even the Easter bunny will be impressed by these lacy chocolate and candy baskets.

You will need candy or chocolate melts (available at craft stores), balloons and several sheets of newspaper.

Inflate the balloon to make about a 5 or 6 inch round and tie off. Spread newspaper out over your work surface and melt candy in microwave for about 45 seconds. Then drizzle melted candy quickly over the bottom half of the balloon with a spoon. Coat with one color at a time and allow to chill in the refrigerator ten minutes between coats (use a large plastic cup to hold the balloon). Once your finished basket is set, gently deflate the balloon and fill the basket with fruit, ice cream or Easter treats.