Peanut Butter Easter Eggs
The tradition of decorating and eating chocolate or candy Easter eggs dates back to the 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: 8.
Peanut Butter Easter Eggs
Ingredients
Instructions
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In a bowl, mix together the creamy peanut butter, softened butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
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Shape the mixture into egg-shaped balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
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Freeze the peanut butter balls for about 30 minutes.
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In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips and coconut oil in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until smooth.
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Dip the frozen peanut butter balls into the melted chocolate using a fork or dipping tool, allowing any excess chocolate to drip off.
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Place the chocolate-coated peanut butter eggs back on the baking sheet and sprinkle them with colorful sprinkles.
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Chill the eggs in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or until the chocolate is set.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 180kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12g19%
- Total Carbohydrate 14g5%
- Sugars 11g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
