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Homemade Chocolate Easter Eggs filled with creamy peanut butter

Chocolate Easter Eggs (Peanut Butter)

These homemade Chocolate Easter Eggs are a quick and festive treat, combining creamy peanut butter with a smooth chocolate coating for an irresistible snack.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Peanut Butter Mixture
  • 1 cup Creamy peanut butter Regular type, not the super runny natural kind
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Softened
  • 2 cups Powdered sugar Adjust if peanut butter is extra soft
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch Salt
For the Chocolate Coating
  • 2 cups Chocolate (melting wafers or chocolate chips)
  • 1 tablespoon Oil or shortening To help the chocolate melt smooth

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, stir together softened butter and peanut butter until smooth.
  2. Add vanilla and salt.
  3. Mix in powdered sugar until you get a thick, moldable dough. If it is too soft, add more powdered sugar a spoonful at a time.
  4. Scoop, roll, and shape into eggs, aiming for about 1 to 1.5 tablespoons each. Place on parchment.
  5. Chill until firm, at least 30 minutes in the freezer or longer in the fridge.
Coating
  1. Melt chocolate with a small amount of oil or shortening, stirring until glossy and smooth.
  2. Dip each chilled egg, tap off extra chocolate, and set back on parchment.
  3. Chill again until the chocolate is set.

Notes

Can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for about a week, or frozen for longer. For an extra touch, sprinkle flaky salt on top or drizzle with contrasting chocolate before serving.