Easy Peanut Butter Easter Eggs 🐰
Description
Indulge in the delightful sweetness of these Easy Peanut Butter Easter Eggs, a perfect treat to share with family and friends during the festive season. With a creamy peanut butter center encased in rich chocolate, these eggs are sure to become a favorite for both kids and adults alike!
- Recipe Category: Candy
- Keywords: Dessert, Kid Friendly, Weeknight, No Cook, Refrigerator, < 4 Hours, Easy
- Aggregated Rating: 4.5 ⭐
- Review Count: 4
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 609.8
- Fat Content: 39.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 18.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 44.4mg
- Sodium Content: 243.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 65.5g
- Fiber Content: 3.4g
- Sugar Content: 59.5g
- Protein Content: 8.1g
Ingredients
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup butter
- 2 1/4 cups peanut butter
- 2 cups chocolate chips
Instructions
| Step | Description | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | In a large bowl, combine powdered sugar, butter, and peanut butter until well mixed. | |
| 2 | Using your hands, mix the ingredients until a creamy consistency is achieved. | |
| 3 | Shape the mixture into egg shapes, adjusting the size according to preference. | |
| 4 | Place the formed eggs on waxed paper-lined cookie sheets. | |
| 5 | Chill the eggs in the refrigerator for a couple of hours or in the freezer for about 45 minutes until firm and chilled. | 2 hours |
| 6 | Meanwhile, melt the chocolate chips using a double boiler. | |
| 7 | Spread a layer of melted chocolate over the bottom of each egg using a knife. | |
| 8 | Return the eggs to the waxed paper and cover the tops with more melted chocolate. | |
| 9 | Place the eggs back in the refrigerator to allow the chocolate to set. |
Enjoy these delightful Easy Peanut Butter Easter Eggs as a scrumptious addition to your Easter celebrations or any occasion that calls for a sweet treat! 🥚🍫
