Linda's Peanut Butter Easter Eggs
Celebrate the joy of Easter with "Linda's Peanut Butter Easter Eggs," a luscious, no-bake treat that's as fun to make as it is to eat! These homemade chocolate-covered delights feature a rich and creamy peanut butter filling, perfectly balanced with a touch of vanilla and encased in a smooth semi-sweet chocolate shell. Topped with optional festive sprinkles, they’re as eye-catching as they are delicious! Ready in just over an hour, including chill time, these indulgent Easter eggs are a budget-friendly, crowd-pleasing alternative to store-bought candies. With only seven ingredients and simple steps, this recipe is perfect for family-friendly fun or creating an impressive holiday gift.
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Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Creamy peanut butter
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups Powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil or shortening
- 0 as needed Sprinkles or decorative toppings (optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until the ingredients are well combined and form a smooth dough-like consistency.
Step 2
Using your hands, scoop out about 2 tablespoons of the peanut butter mixture and shape it into an egg form. Place the shaped eggs onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Step 3
Once all the eggs are shaped, transfer the baking sheet to the freezer and let the eggs chill for 30 minutes or until firm.
Step 4
As the eggs set, prepare the chocolate coating. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and coconut oil or shortening. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
Step 5
Using a fork or candy dipping tool, dip each chilled peanut butter egg into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated. Let any excess chocolate drip off before placing the coated eggs back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
Step 6
If desired, immediately add sprinkles or other decorative toppings to the chocolate coating before it sets.
Step 7
Allow the chocolate to fully set at room temperature, or place the eggs in the refrigerator for faster setting.
Step 8
Once the chocolate is firm, transfer the peanut butter Easter eggs to an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1335.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 6706.0 |
| Total Fat 393.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 175.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 258.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1585.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 789.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 44.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 689.0g | |
| Protein 112.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 253.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2275.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories