Homemade Peanut Butter Eggs That Will Steal Your Heart
These delightful homemade peanut butter eggs are a must-try for any dessert lover, combining sweet and salty flavors in an irresistible treat.
Equipment
- - Stand mixer
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- double boiler
Ingredients
Peanut Butter Filling
- 6 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter softened to room temperature
- 1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter choose a creamy variety
- 2.5 cups Confectioners’ Sugar essential for sweetness
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla Extract adds warmth
- 1/8 teaspoon Salt enhances flavors
Chocolate Coating
- 12 ounces Semi-Sweet Chocolate Bars coarsely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Vegetable Oil helps achieve silky texture
Optional Topping
- Coarse Sea Salt or Flaky Sea Salt for garnish
Instructions
Directions
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Beat the softened butter on medium-high speed until creamy and smooth, about 2 minutes.
- Combine the creamy peanut butter with the butter, adding confectioners’ sugar, vanilla extract, and salt, mixing on low for 2 minutes.
- Measure about 1.5 Tablespoons of the mixture, roll into a ball, and flatten into an egg shape, layering them on the prepared sheet.
- Chill the shaped peanut butter eggs in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- Melt the chopped semi-sweet chocolate bars with vegetable oil until smooth.
- Remove eggs from fridge and submerge each in melted chocolate, tapping them to remove excess.
- While still wet, sprinkle the eggs with sea salt or sprinkles.
- Refrigerate the coated candies for about 30 minutes until set.
Notes
For best results, chill the eggs and avoid burning the chocolate by melting it slowly.