Print
clockclock iconcutlerycutlery iconflagflag iconfolderfolder iconinstagraminstagram iconpinterestpinterest iconfacebookfacebook iconprintprint iconsquaressquares iconheartheart iconheart solidheart solid icon
Peanut Butter Easter Eggs First Image First Image

Peanut Butter Easter Eggs

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Delicious homemade peanut butter Easter eggs coated in chocolate, perfect for any holiday celebration.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups milk chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon shortening

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine peanut butter, powdered sugar, butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  2. Shape the mixture into egg shapes and place them on a baking sheet.
  3. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  4. Melt the chocolate chips and shortening together until smooth.
  5. Dip each peanut butter egg in chocolate, ensuring they are fully coated.
  6. Place back on the baking sheet and let cool until chocolate hardens.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
  • You can use dark chocolate instead of milk chocolate for a richer flavor.
  • For an extra touch, drizzle melted white chocolate on top for decoration.
  • Author: olivia RECIPES
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 egg
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg