Chocolate Easter Peanut Butter Eggs

Easter eggs symbolize new life and rebirth, and the tradition of giving chocolate eggs during Easter dates back to the early 19th century.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 6.

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Chocolate Easter Peanut Butter Eggs

Cooking Method: No cooking required Cuisine: American, Dessert Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 30 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 2400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Creamy peanut butter
• 2 cup Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable shortening

Instructions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, powdered sugar, butter, and vanilla extract. Mix well until smooth.
2. Shape the mixture into small egg-shaped balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3. Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator and let the peanut butter eggs chill for at least 1 hour.
4. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and vegetable shortening in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
5. Using a fork or toothpick, dip each peanut butter egg into the melted chocolate, making sure to coat it completely. Place it back on the baking sheet.
6. Once all the eggs are coated, return the baking sheet to the refrigerator and let the chocolate set for about 30 minutes.
7. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 200kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 20g7%

Sugars 18g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.