Chocolate Peanut Butter Eggs (Printable)

Creamy peanut butter centers enrobed in smooth chocolate, topped with flaky sea salt for a delightful treat.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Peanut Butter Filling

01 - 1 cup creamy peanut butter
02 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
03 - 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
04 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - Pinch of fine sea salt

→ Chocolate Coating

06 - 2 cups (12 oz) semisweet or dark chocolate chips
07 - 1 tablespoon coconut oil or vegetable shortening

→ Finishing

08 - Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling

# How To Make It:

01 - Combine peanut butter, softened butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and fine sea salt in a medium bowl. Mix thoroughly until completely smooth and well blended.
02 - Divide the mixture into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion into an oval egg shape and arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
03 - Place the baking sheet in the freezer for 30 minutes or until the peanut butter eggs are firm to the touch.
04 - While eggs chill, combine chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until completely smooth and glossy.
05 - Using a fork, carefully dip each chilled peanut butter egg into the melted chocolate. Lift and allow excess chocolate to drip off, then return to the parchment-lined baking sheet.
06 - Immediately sprinkle each chocolate-coated egg with flaky sea salt before the chocolate begins to set.
07 - Refrigerate for 15 minutes or until chocolate is completely firm. Serve chilled or allow to come to room temperature before enjoying.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The combination of creamy peanut butter and dark chocolate hits that perfect nostalgic note
  • Flaky sea salt on top makes these feel boutique quality without any fancy techniques
  • They freeze beautifully so you can make them weeks ahead of any celebration
02 -
  • Chilled peanut butter eggs are non negotiable for dipping because warm filling will melt your chocolate coating instantly
  • Work quickly once you start dipping since the chocolate thickens as it cools
  • Room temperature eggs develop condensation which makes the chocolate streak when you try to coat them
03 -
  • Use a kitchen scale to divide filling equally so your eggs look uniform and professional
  • Keep a bowl of warm water nearby to warm your fork if chocolate starts building up on it

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