Creamy Peanut Butter Easter Eggs Recipe Easy Homemade Chocolate Shell Coating
A quick and easy recipe for creamy peanut butter Easter eggs coated in a glossy, snap-worthy chocolate shell. Perfect for festive celebrations and simple enough for last-minute treats.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 20-24 eggs 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240 g) creamy peanut butter (natural, no added sugar preferred)
- 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar, sifted
- 4 tablespoons (56 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 12 ounces (340 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips (Ghirardelli or Callebaut recommended)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter and softened unsalted butter. Beat on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Gradually sift in the powdered sugar, mixing after each addition to avoid lumps. Add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, then beat again until fully combined and the mixture holds together nicely, about 4-5 minutes.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the filling for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Use a small ice cream scoop or spoon to portion out the filling. Roll each portion into an egg shape with your hands and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. You should get about 20-24 eggs. Refrigerate for another 15 minutes to firm up before dipping.
- Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips with vegetable oil in a double boiler or microwave, stirring frequently until smooth and glossy.
- Using a fork or dipping tool, carefully dip each peanut butter egg into the melted chocolate, turning to coat completely. Let excess chocolate drip off, then place the coated egg back on the parchment paper.
- Allow the chocolate to harden at room temperature or refrigerate for 10-15 minutes until set. Enjoy or package as gifts.
Notes
Chilling the filling is crucial for shaping and dipping. Use high-quality semi-sweet chocolate for best results. If chocolate thickens during dipping, gently reheat. Avoid handling eggs too much after coating to keep the shell shiny. For dairy-free, swap butter with coconut oil and use dairy-free chocolate chips. For nut-free, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed or soy nut butter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 egg
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 90
- Fat: 13
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 5
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