For a smoother chocolate coating, use high-quality chocolate chips or couverture chocolate. If the chocolate coating becomes too thick during the dipping process, add a small amount of additional shortening to thin it out. Store the finished peanut butter eggs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Peanut Butter Easter Eggs
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PREP TIME1 hrs 35 mins
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COOK TIME0 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 35 mins
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SERVING20 People
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VIEWS91
Delight in these homemade chocolate-covered peanut butter eggs, a perfect festive treat for Easter. Creamy peanut butter filling encased in rich, melted chocolate – a delightful combination of textures and flavors that's sure to be a hit with both kids and adults!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate40 g
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Cholesterol18 mg
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Fiber3 g
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Protein8 g
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Saturated Fat10 g
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Sodium202 mg
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Sugar32 g
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Fat26 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View 5 mins In a large mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter and softened butter until smooth and well combined. (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Gradually add the sifted confectioners' sugar, mixing until just incorporated. Be careful not to overmix. (5 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Gently fold in the crispy rice cereal until evenly distributed throughout the peanut butter mixture. The mixture should form a cohesive dough. (5 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View 1 hrs Cover the bowl and refrigerate the peanut butter mixture for at least 1 hour, or up to 2 hours, to allow it to firm up and become easier to handle. (60-120 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View 20 mins Once chilled, remove the mixture from the refrigerator. Roll small portions of the peanut butter mixture into egg shapes, approximately 2-3 inches in length. (20 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View 20 mins Place the shaped peanut butter eggs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and transfer them to the freezer for 20 minutes to firm up completely. This will make the chocolate dipping process easier. (20 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View 10 mins While the eggs are freezing, prepare the chocolate coating. In a double boiler or a heatproof bowl set over a simmering pot of water, combine the semisweet chocolate chips and vegetable shortening. Melt, stirring occasionally, until smooth and glossy. (10 minutes)
08 Step
Recipe View 20 mins Remove the peanut butter eggs from the freezer. One at a time, dip each egg into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated. Use a fork or dipping tools to gently lift the egg out of the chocolate, allowing any excess chocolate to drip off. (20 minutes)
09 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Place the chocolate-covered eggs on a baking sheet lined with waxed paper. If desired, sprinkle with festive sprinkles or a drizzle of melted white chocolate before the chocolate sets. (5 minutes)
10 Step
Recipe View 30 mins Allow the chocolate-covered peanut butter eggs to cool completely at room temperature, or refrigerate for a quicker set. Once the chocolate is firm, they are ready to serve. (30 minutes)
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Keenan Sipes
Jun 30, 2025These were a HUGE hit at our Easter gathering! So easy to make and everyone loved the combination of peanut butter and chocolate.
Eda Schmidt
Apr 13, 2025Freezing the eggs before dipping is a game-changer! It makes them so much easier to handle.
Margret Dach
Oct 8, 2024I've made these for years, and they are always a crowd-pleaser. The addition of rice cereal gives them a great crunch.
Selmer Nader
Jul 23, 2024My kids loved helping me make these. They are now a tradition in our family!