Delicious Homemade Peanut Butter Easter Eggs
Delight in the sweetness of homemade Peanut Butter Easter Eggs, where creamy peanut butter meets rich chocolate for a treat that’s perfect for any occasion. These nostalgic candies are simple to make and can be customized to suit your taste preferences. With just a handful of ingredients and straightforward steps, creating these confections is a fun activity for family and friends. Whether you’re looking for a festive dessert or simply craving something sweet, these peanut butter eggs will surely impress everyone.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Chopped nuts (for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by gathering all ingredients and tools.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, softened butter, and powdered sugar, mixing until smooth.
- Shape small portions of the mixture into egg forms and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill the shaped eggs in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes until firm.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in short intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Dip each chilled egg into the melted chocolate until fully coated and return to parchment paper to set.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg