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Homemade Peanut Butter Eggs

Make my Homemade Peanut Butter Eggs—creamy, chocolatey, and festive! Easy Easter treat with sprinkles, ready in 2 hrs.

Make my Homemade Peanut Butter Eggs—creamy, chocolatey, and festive! Easy Easter treat with sprinkles, ready in 2 hrs.

Ingredients

Scale

Here’s what I use to make these Homemade Peanut Butter Eggs, clear and simple. This list is my guide for 18-22 servings of pure delight, with easy-to-find items. Let’s get started!

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 6 Tbsp. unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • ¾ cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 tsp. vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp. kosher salt
  • 16 oz. semisweet chocolate bars, chopped
  • Pastel-colored sprinkles

These amounts yield 18-22 perfect eggs—creamy and chocolate-coated. The 1 cup of peanut butter and 16 oz. of chocolate are my ideal mix. It’s a concise list with big impact.

The measurements are precise for the texture I love, with flexibility to adjust. I can scale it down for fewer—adapts effortlessly. This is my key to Easter treat heaven!

Instructions

I begin by lining two baking sheets with parchment paper—my setup is ready in a flash. In a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, I combine 1 cup creamy peanut butter and 6 Tbsp. softened unsalted butter—beating on medium for 2 minutes until smooth, my creamy base takes shape. On low speed, I gradually add 2 cups powdered sugar, ¾ cup graham cracker crumbs, 2 tsp. vanilla extract, and ½ tsp. kosher salt—1 minute more, and my filling is perfectly blended.

I scoop out 1 ½ Tbsp. portions—flattening each into an egg shape, about 2 inches long, 1 inch wide, and ¾ inch thick, my hands get busy shaping. I place them on the sheets—pop them into the fridge or freezer to chill while I prep the chocolate, keeping them firm. It’s a quick step—I’m already eager for the next part.

In a medium saucepan, I simmer 1 inch of water over medium-high—setting a heatproof bowl with 16 oz. chopped semisweet chocolate on top, melting it for 2-3 minutes until smooth, my chocolate glows. Using two forks, I dip each chilled egg—letting excess drip off before placing them back on the sheets, my dipping rhythm flows. I spoon leftover chocolate into a ziptop bag—snip a corner to drizzle, or sprinkle with pastel-colored sprinkles, adding my festive flair.

I let the chocolate set fully—each egg is a peanut butter delight that makes me grin. This straightforward process fills me with pride every time. They’re ready to enjoy—simple steps, big reward!