When it comes to Mardi Gras, bold colors, lively traditions, and unique flavors take center stage. And if you’re looking for a fun, easy, and festive way to celebrate, these Mardi Gras Alligators are exactly what you need! They’re not only delicious but also make for an eye-catching treat that’s perfect for kids and adults alike.

Plus, they’re so simple to make that you can whip them up in just 20 minutes (with only 4 minutes of cooking time). Whether you’re prepping for a party, making treats with the kids, or just want to add a little sweetness to your day, these Mardi Gras Alligators will definitely impress!

How to Make Mardi Gras Alligators

Ingredients you’ll need for this recipe

12 oz green candy melts
8 nutter butter cookies
16 candy eye sprinkles
40 white heart sprinkles
8 crown sprinkles

Step by Step Guide

1. Melt the candy melts. Every brand can be a little different, so make sure you follow the directions on the bag. Here’s what I do: I use Sweet Tooth Fairy candy melts and microwave them at 50% power for 2 minutes, then stir. After that, I microwave them for another minute, still at 50% power, and then go in 30-second intervals until everything is smooth and melted.

2. Once your candy melts are ready, dip each Nutter Butter into the green melted candy.

3. Lay them on a sheet of parchment paper to cool. But you’ll want to move quickly here because it’s time to add the fun details!

4. While the candy is still warm, place two candy eyes onto each “gator.”

5. Next, add five white heart sprinkles along the front of the cookie to create that adorable (and slightly fierce!) toothy smile.

6. To really give these treats the Mardi Gras flair, top each alligator with a crown sprinkle. It’s the finishing touch that makes these gators fit for royalty!

5. If the candy melts start to harden before you’re done decorating, no worries! A quick blast from a heat gun will soften things up just enough to help you finish placing your sprinkles.

6. Once all your gators are decorated, let them sit until the candy coating is completely dry. Then, they’re ready to devour!

And there you have it! These Mardi Gras Alligators are bound to steal the show, whether you’re celebrating with a full-blown Mardi Gras bash or just having some fun in the kitchen with the family. They’re festive, playful, and so easy that even the little ones can help. Plus, who can resist a Nutter Butter alligator with a crown?

Ingredients

12 oz green candy melts
8 nutter butter cookies
16 candy eye sprinkles
40 white heart sprinkles
8 crown sprinkles

Instructions

Melt the candy melts. Every brand can be a little different, so make sure you follow the directions on the bag. Here’s what I do: I use Sweet Tooth Fairy candy melts and microwave them at 50% power for 2 minutes, then stir. After that, I microwave them for another minute, still at 50% power, and then go in 30-second intervals until everything is smooth and melted.
Once your candy melts are ready, dip each Nutter Butter into the green melted candy. Lay them on a sheet of parchment paper to cool. But you’ll want to move quickly here because it’s time to add the fun details!
While the candy is still warm, place two candy eyes onto each "gator." Next, add five white heart sprinkles along the front of the cookie to create that adorable (and slightly fierce!) toothy smile.
To really give these treats the Mardi Gras flair, top each alligator with a crown sprinkle. It’s the finishing touch that makes these gators fit for royalty!
If the candy melts start to harden before you’re done decorating, no worries! A quick blast from a heat gun will soften things up just enough to help you finish placing your sprinkles.
Once all your gators are decorated, let them sit until the candy coating is completely dry. Then, they’re ready to devour!

Author: carlycampbell