Peanut Butter Chocolate Eggs: A Sweet Treat for All Seasons
Welcome back to my kitchen, where today we’re diving into a delightful recipe that combines two of everyone’s favorites: peanut butter and chocolate. Our Peanut Butter Chocolate Eggs are not only a festive treat for holidays like Easter but are also a perfect homemade candy for any time of the year. They’re customizable with colorful decorations, making them a fun project for kids and adults alike. Let’s get started!
Ingredients
For the Peanut Butter Eggs:
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 ½ cups creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips
For the Glaze:
- 12 oz milk chocolate chips
- Optional: Blue, yellow, pink candy melts for decoration
Directions
- Prepare the Peanut Butter Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the powdered sugar, creamy peanut butter, melted butter, and milk. Stir these together until just combined to form your base. This mixture should be smooth and easy to mold.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Fold in the mini chocolate. These add a nice texture and an extra chocolatey surprise in every bite!
- Shape the Eggs: Lightly flour a clean surface and roll the dough out to your desired thickness. Using an egg-shaped cookie cutter, cut out the eggs and place them on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Freeze: Freeze the peanut butter eggs for one hour to harden. This makes them easier to dip into the chocolate without falling apart.
- Prepare the Chocolate Glaze: Melt the milk chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl or using a double boiler, stirring until smooth.
- Dip the Eggs: Using a fork, dip each frozen egg into the melted chocolate, ensuring they are completely coated. Allow the excess chocolate to drip off before transferring them back to the parchment paper.
- Set the Chocolate: Let the chocolate-coated eggs cool at room temperature or refrigerate them until the chocolate has set and is firm to the touch.
- Decorate (Optional): If you’re feeling creative, melt candy melts in different colors and use a small cut corner of a sandwich bag to pipe designs onto the eggs. This step is great for personalizing or adding a festive touch!
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 60 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
These peanut butter chocolate eggs are a fun and indulgent treat that’s sure to please. Whether you’re making them for a special occasion or just as a delightful snack, they are guaranteed to be a hit. Enjoy crafting these sweet treats and share your creations with us!
I hope this recipe brings some sweetness into your day! If you try making these Peanut Butter Chocolate Eggs, I’d love to see your results and hear about your experiences. Happy cooking!
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Peanut Butter Chocolate Eggs
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Description
These Easter Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Eggs are a delightful treat to add to your holiday festivities. Combining the rich flavors of creamy peanut butter and sweet chocolate, these homemade eggs are not only a joy to make but also a hit at any Easter gathering. The smooth chocolate glaze and optional colorful decorations make them as beautiful as they are delicious, ensuring they’ll be a centerpiece at your Easter table.
Making these Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Eggs is a wonderful way to create festive memories with your family. The process is simple enough for bakers of all levels and offers a fantastic opportunity to get creative with decorations. Whether enjoyed after Easter dinner or given as a gift, these chocolate chip eggs are sure to bring smiles and satisfaction to everyone who tries them.
Ingredients
For peanut butter eggs:
3 cups powdered sugar
1 ½ cup creamy peanut butter
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons milk
1 cup mini chocolate chips
For glaze:
12 oz milk chocolate chips
Optional: Blue, yellow, pink candy melts for decoration
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, stir together powdered sugar, creamy peanut butter, melted butter, and milk until just combined.
Mix in the mini chocolate chips.
On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough to your desired thickness.
Use an egg-shaped cookie cutter to cut out the eggs and place them on a cookie sheet.
Freeze the peanut butter eggs for one hour.
Melt the milk chocolate chips.
Using a fork, dip each frozen egg into the melted chocolate, ensuring complete coverage.
Transfer the chocolate-coated eggs to parchment or wax paper to cool or refrigerate until the chocolate has set.
If desired, decorate with melted candy melts piped from a sandwich bag with a corner cut off.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes