Melt half of the chocolate chips {1 cup} until smooth. I use a chocolate melter or you can use the double boiler method on the stove.

Using a plastic or silicone egg shaped mold {I used the Mastrad brand from Michael's Craft Store} pour or spread the warm chocolate into the inside mold cavity, covering completely in a thick even layer.

Chill until hardened and set, about 30 minutes depending on the size of your mold.

If you want the chocolate shell to be thickened you can add another layer and repeat the process {I do 2 layers}. If not, gently remove chocolate shell from the mold and place on a plate in the fridge.

Repeat the process to make another half egg shell.

Once both chocolate shells are hardened and removed from the mold, you can add candy to one half.

To seal halves together, put a plate in the microwave and heat for 1 minute. Place a chocolate egg half flat side down on the hot plate for a few seconds until the chocolate starts to melt.

Gently press the egg half onto the filled egg half to seal. Place in fridge to chill for at least 5 minutes.

Serve on a platter with decorative grass and sprinkles and let the kiddos break open their surprise chocolate egg and dig in!