Peanut Butter Easter Eggs Recipe
Deliciously rich and simple Peanut Butter Easter Eggs made with natural peanut butter, sweetened with pure maple syrup, coated in smooth dark chocolate, and flavored with vanilla and cinnamon. These no-bake treats are perfect for a festive Easter snack or gift, combining creamy peanut butter filling with a decadent chocolate shell.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12-16 eggs, depending on size 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Peanut Butter Filling
- 1 1/4 cups natural, no-sugar peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut flour
- 1 teaspoon Simply Organic® Pure Madagascar Vanilla Extract or Non-Alcoholic Vanilla Flavoring
- 1/2 teaspoon Simply Organic® Cinnamon
Chocolate Coating
- 6–8 ounces dark chocolate
Instructions
- Prepare baking sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and set aside.
- Make the peanut butter mixture: In a mixing bowl, beat together the natural peanut butter, pure maple syrup, coconut flour, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until well combined. If the mixture is too runny, gradually add 1 to 2 more tablespoons of coconut flour until it is firm enough to shape into eggs.
- Shape the eggs: Divide the peanut butter filling into 1- to 2-tablespoon portions. Roll each portion into a ball, then flatten and shape them into oval, egg-like forms using your hands.
- Freeze the shaped eggs: Arrange the shaped peanut butter eggs on the lined baking sheet and place them in the freezer. Chilling them will make dipping easier by firming up the filling.
- Melt the chocolate: Using a double boiler over medium-low heat, melt the dark chocolate gently until smooth. Alternatively, melt in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until fully melted.
- Dip the eggs in chocolate: Remove the chilled peanut butter eggs from the freezer one at a time, dip each into the melted chocolate, allowing the excess to drip back into the bowl. Place the coated eggs back on the lined baking sheet.
- Optional drizzle and set: While the chocolate is still wet, drizzle extra melted chocolate over the eggs for decoration. Allow them to set fully at room temperature or place them back in the freezer to speed up the process.
- Enjoy and store: Once set, enjoy your homemade Peanut Butter Easter Eggs. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
- If the peanut butter mixture is too sticky, adding a little more coconut flour will help achieve the right consistency for shaping.
- Use natural peanut butter without added sugar or oils for the best texture and flavor.
- Dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa content pairs well with the sweet peanut butter filling, but you can adjust to your preference.
- To make these vegan, ensure your dark chocolate contains no milk products.
- For easier melting, chop your chocolate into small, uniform pieces before melting.
- These treats are best enjoyed chilled but will soften slightly at room temperature.
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