Description
Learn how to make delicious homemade peanut butter eggs, a classic candy treat with a creamy peanut butter center and a rich chocolate coating. This easy no-bake recipe is perfect for holidays or any time you crave a sweet indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine peanut butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until a smooth dough forms.
- Scoop small amounts of the peanut butter mixture and roll them into egg shapes. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill the peanut butter eggs in the refrigerator for 30 minutes until firm.
- Melt milk chocolate chips and vegetable oil in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
- Dip each chilled peanut butter egg into the melted chocolate, ensuring full coverage. Return to the parchment-lined sheet.
- Refrigerate the chocolate-dipped peanut butter eggs for another 15 minutes to set the chocolate.
- Serve or store your homemade peanut butter eggs.
Notes
- Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.
- Ensure the peanut butter filling is mixed thoroughly for a smooth texture.
- Experiment with dark or white chocolate for dipping.
- Consider using crunchy peanut butter for added texture.
- Substitute with almond or cashew butter for different flavors.
- For a vegan version, use dairy-free chocolate and check peanut butter ingredients.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg