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Peanut Butter Eggs


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  • Author: Inez Rose
  • Total Time: 90 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Peanut Butter Eggs are a homemade Reese’s copycat featuring creamy peanut butter filling shaped into eggs and dipped in smooth chocolate. These no-bake Easter treats are completely customizable and taste just like your favorite candy – only better and made at home.


Ingredients

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For the Peanut Butter Filling:

1 cup smooth peanut butter (not natural/separated)

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, very softened

1½ cups powdered sugar, sifted

¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

¼ teaspoon salt

For the Chocolate Coating:

2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (or milk, dark, or white chocolate)

2 teaspoons coconut oil or vegetable oil

Optional Decorations:

Melted white chocolate for drizzling

Pastel sprinkles

Flaky sea salt

Crushed peanuts


Instructions

1. In medium bowl using electric mixer, beat peanut butter and very softened butter on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 1 minute. Add sifted powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix on low first, then increase to medium and beat 2-3 minutes until mixture forms thick, smooth dough.

2. Line baking sheet with parchment paper. Use tablespoon measure to scoop 24 equal portions of peanut butter dough. Roll each into ball between palms. Shape each ball into egg form by gently rolling and tapering one end slightly. Place shaped eggs on prepared sheet.

3. Transfer baking sheet to freezer and freeze eggs 30-60 minutes until completely firm and solid. They should be hard to the touch when ready.

4. When eggs are nearly frozen, place chocolate chips and coconut oil in microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly between each, until completely melted and smooth. Mixture should be fluid and glossy.

5. Working with one frozen egg at a time, place on fork and lower into melted chocolate. Spoon chocolate over exposed areas. Lift fork and gently tap on bowl side 3-4 times to allow excess chocolate to drip off. Slide coated egg back onto parchment-lined sheet. Repeat with remaining eggs.

6. Return baking sheet to freezer for 5-10 minutes to quickly set chocolate coating. If adding decorative drizzles or sprinkles, do it immediately after dipping each egg before chocolate hardens. Transfer set eggs to airtight container.

Notes

Use regular smooth peanut butter like Jif or Skippy – not natural peanut butter that separates. Natural brands are too oily and won’t hold together.

Butter must be very softened – leave at room temperature at least 1 hour. Should easily indent with finger but not be greasy.

Sift powdered sugar to prevent lumps and ensure smooth, creamy filling.

Work in batches during dipping, keeping undipped eggs frozen so they stay firm for clean coating.

Reheat chocolate as needed – microwave 10-15 seconds if it gets too thick while dipping.

Proper tapping removes excess coating for thinner shell and better chocolate-to-peanut-butter ratio.

Let eggs sit at room temperature 10-15 minutes before eating for best texture and flavor.

Store in airtight container in refrigerator up to 7 days or freeze up to 2 months.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 egg
  • Calories: 145
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 78mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 4mg