Description

Indulge in the delightful experience of Homemade Peanut Butter Eggs, a sweet treat that combines creamy peanut butter with a rich chocolate coating. Perfect for any occasion, these no-bake confections are easy to make and even easier to share. Whether you’re celebrating holidays or just looking for a delicious snack, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create these mouthwatering delights that please both kids and adults alike. Customize your eggs with various chocolate types or toppings to add a personal touch. Enjoy them fresh or gift them as special homemade goodies!

Ingredients

Scale

1 1/2 cups creamy peanut butter
3 cups powdered sugar
1/3 cup unsalted butter (melted)
2 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups milk chocolate chips
2 tablespoons shortening

Instructions

Start by covering a cookie sheet with wax paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter and powdered sugar using a high-speed mixer until well-blended.
Add melted butter, milk, vanilla, and salt; mix until smooth and slightly crumbly.
Roll the dough into a disk about ½ inch thick and cut out egg shapes using an egg-shaped cutter. Place on the prepared cookie sheet and freeze for one hour.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips with shortening in short intervals, stirring after each until fully melted.
Using two forks, dip each frozen peanut butter egg into the melted chocolate until coated thoroughly.
Return the coated eggs to the baking sheet and chill for about 20 minutes until the chocolate hardens.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 170
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 70mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 17g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: For added texture, consider using crunchy peanut butter instead of creamy. You can experiment with dark or white chocolate for different flavor profiles. Drizzle melted white chocolate over the eggs before they set for an elegant finish.