Description
Indulge in these delicious homemade Peanut Butter Eggs coated in rich chocolate for a delightful treat. Perfect for Easter or any time you’re craving a sweet and nutty confection.
Ingredients
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Peanut Butter Mixture:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Chocolate Coating:
- 2 cups semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or shortening (optional)
Instructions
- Mix Peanut Butter Dough: In a large bowl, blend peanut butter, softened butter, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar until a thick dough forms.
- Shape the Eggs: Form 2-tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture into egg shapes on a lined baking sheet. Freeze until firm.
- Coat with Chocolate: Melt chocolate chips and coconut oil, then dip each peanut butter egg, letting excess chocolate drip off. Chill until set.
- Enjoy: Store in the refrigerator and drizzle with white chocolate or sprinkles if desired.
Notes
- You can customize by using natural peanut butter and dark chocolate.
- For variety, decorate with additional toppings before the chocolate sets.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 19 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
