Peanut butter Easter eggs are a delightful, homemade treat that combines the creamy richness of peanut butter with the sweetness of chocolate, making them a perfect addition to your Easter celebrations. These bite-sized candies are not only fun to make but also incredibly satisfying to eat, making them a favorite among kids and adults alike. Whether you’re preparing them for an Easter egg hunt or as a sweet gift, these homemade peanut butter eggs will surely be a hit.
The filling of these Easter eggs is what makes them truly irresistible. A simple mixture of creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, and a touch of butter is blended together until smooth and firm. The peanut butter filling is then shaped into egg-like forms, creating the perfect base for the sweet chocolate coating. The combination of sweet and salty flavors from the peanut butter filling pairs wonderfully with the rich, smooth chocolate that envelops each egg.
To coat the peanut butter eggs, a rich layer of melted chocolate is carefully drizzled or dipped over the peanut butter shapes. You can use milk chocolate, dark chocolate, or even white chocolate, depending on your preference. Once the eggs are coated in chocolate, they are chilled in the refrigerator to set, ensuring that each bite is filled with creamy peanut butter and a satisfying chocolate crunch.
These peanut butter Easter eggs are incredibly versatile and can be decorated to add a festive touch. You can drizzle them with extra chocolate or sprinkle them with colorful sprinkles for a fun, Easter-themed finish. The eggs are easy to make in large batches, making them perfect for sharing at Easter gatherings, as part of a sweet Easter basket, or even as a delicious homemade gift for loved ones.
This Easter eggs offer a perfect balance of sweetness, saltiness, and chocolatey indulgence, making them a must-try treat for your Easter celebrations.
Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter creamy
- 1/4 cup butter softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 cups chocolate chips semi-sweet
- 2 tablespoons shortening
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine peanut butter, butter, and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Shape the mixture into egg-shaped balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with wax paper.
- Freeze the eggs for about 15 minutes to firm up.
- Melt chocolate chips and shortening in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Dip each peanut butter egg into the melted chocolate, turning to coat. Allow excess chocolate to drip off.
- Place back on the wax paper and refrigerate until the chocolate has set.
Nutrition
These are so good! I made them for Easter and everyone loved them!
Too sweet for me. I think I would reduce the sugar next time. But the taste is still alright.
I dont get how you can dip these eggs without them falling apart. Mine just fell apart!
Yum! I never thought of making these at home. Super easy and way better than store bought!
I dunno, I think store bought easter eggs are better. This seems too much work for my lazy self.
Yum! Great recipe, but why does it have to freeze first? Just wanna eat them right away!! Haha still good though!
This recipe is a classic! Peanut butter and chocolate? Can’t go wrong. 👌
Peanut butter and chocolate – my two fave things! Great recipe!
Delicious! I replaced peanut butter with almond paste and it worked just fine!
So much sugar! My dentist would be mad if he knew I made these. 😂
Yum! I could eat these for breakfast! 😂
Super easy to make and soooo good! Perfect for Easter treats.
These are absolutely delicious! My kids love them. 💕
These were a hit at my family gathering! Everyone loved them!
I don’t even like peanut butter, but these are totally worth it!
Wow, if you don’t even like peanut butter and think these are amazing, I’ve got to try them! Sounds delicious!
I tried this recipe, but mine turned out too sweet. Maybe less sugar next time?
I don’t think these turn out well. I tried and they just don’t look like the pic. Maybe I did it wrong?
Seems like a lot of work for a candy. Just buy them from the store, fam. 😒
I totally get your point! But making them at home is kinda fun and you can customize the flavor. 😊
Nah, store-bought can’t compare. It’s not the same! Plus, you know what’s in them when you make it yourself.
These were a hit at the Easter party! Next time going to add sprinkles on top!
Not bad… But how come there’s butter in it? I thought peanut butter eggs are just peanut butter and chocolate. Not sure if I’d do it again.
I get what you mean! Butter does add a different texture. But it makes them super creamy! Try using less butter next time?
Who adds butter to peanut butter eggs? Seems weird, but I guess everyone’s got their twist. Still looks tasty tho!
Confusing recipe. Can I just dip everything in chocolate without freezing first?
Egg shaped balls? What kinda cooking is this? I misread socks instead of eggs! Lol.
Not sure if I did it right, but my chocolate wouldn’t melt. Ending up burning it, so sad. 😢
Yummm!! Can’t wait to make these again!!
Too sweet for my taste. I think I’ll cut down on the sugar next time.
Nah, not a fan. Too rich for my taste. My grandma makes way better.
I understand the rich part! But maybe you could try altering the recipe a bit? Adding a little less sugar or using dark chocolate might help balance it out!
These are sooooo good! My kids loved them. Will make again!
I’m so glad to hear that! These are a hit at my house too. Perfect for Easter!
Love peanut butter! This recipe is so easy, gonna try it with my kids this weekend. 🥜💖
Easy? Idk, seems kinda messy and chocolate gets everywhere. Be ready for a clean up! 😅
Sounds fun! I bet your kids will love making these together. 😍
Yummy!!! But can I just use regular butter instead of soft? Not sure if it will work??!
I honestly don’t think that will work. Soft butter is key here. You could end up with a gooey mess. Just saying!
Regular butter should be fine, but it might make the mixture a bit harder to mix. Just make sure to let it soften a bit first!
These are amazing! So easy to make and my kids loved them!
I found this a bit too sweet for my liking. Maybe cut down on the sugar next time? But my kids loved them!
Are we sure this is healthy? It’s got butter and sugar! But I guess it’s Easter.
Peanut butter eggs? YESS!! I already made them and they are gone in a day. My family can’t get enough!
I followed the recipe exactly but it turned out too sweet for my taste. Maybe less powdered sugar next time?
OMG these are amazing! Super easy to make and taste just like my favorite candies. Will definitely make again!
I tried this recipe but the chocolate just wouldn’t harden. What did I do wrong?
Yummy! 10/10, will be making again! SO GOOD!!!
This is the best thing ever!!! It’s like heaven in your mouth! 😍
I know right? I made them for Easter and everyone loved them! 🐣❤️
Really? I didn’t think they’d be that good. Seems too sweet for me. 🤔
These are soooo good! I made them for my kids and they loved them!
I’m so glad to hear that! My kids devoured them too. They’re the perfect treat for Easter!
Sounds easy but I think they might be too sweet. Did you maybe add too much sugar?
Peanut butter and chocolate, ew! Too rich for my taste. 3.
I don’t understand how you can hate peanut butter and chocolate! That’s like hating happiness. 😂
That’s too bad! But I think the peanut butter and chocolate combo is amazing! Maybe give it another shot with less chocolate?
I don’t really like eggs, but these were good! Weird combo though.
The instructions said to freeze, but I skipped that part. They still worked, kinda.
Just tried it without freezing too! They were a bit mushy but still taste great. Yum!
Skipping the freeze? How did they turn out? I always thought the freeze was super important!
This is a recipe from my childhood! I can’t believe I found it again! Thanks!
I’m not good at cooking and I almost burned the chocolate, but it still tasted nice!
They turned out way too sweet for my taste. Next time I’ll cut back on the powdered sugar.
I totally get that! Some people love their sweets, but I prefer to keep it on the lower side too. Good idea to reduce the sugar next time!
What? Too sweet? You gotta love the sweetness of easter eggs! Maybe try using darker chocolate or something, it could balance it out!
These are so delicious! Made them for my family and they disappeared in no time. Definitely a 5!
I’m skeptical about freezing for only 15 minutes, but it worked for me. The coating tasted great—semi-sweet chocolate is the move.
Interesting—15 minutes seemed too short to me too, but your note makes me want to try it. The semi-sweet callout is spot on.
Wait… 15 minutes only? My freezer is usually at like -5? 😅 But if it firmed up for you, I’ll trust the method. Also yes semi-sweet choc > milk chocolate.
YUM! Peanut butter and chocolate! Can’t go wrong!
These turned out way better than I expected—rich, not too sweet, and the chocolate set nicely. I dusted my hands with a little powdered sugar so shaping was easier.
I’m so glad they turned out for you! The powdered sugar trick makes total sense—easier shaping without drying them out. Mine usually get messy if I don’t freeze them first 😅
Can I use crunchy peanut butter instead? Asking for a friend.
I thought this was a bit complicated for something that should just be dipped in chocolate. Not worth it. 2.
Perfect for Easter! But where’s the egg-shaped mold? I just made circles instead.😂 4 stars!
The chocolate seized up on me once (I think from overheating). Had to start over but once I nailed the microwave intervals it was smooth and glossy.
I was skeptical if this would work, but they ended up being a huge hit at the party!
Pretty easy to make but my chocolate didn’t coat evenly. What did I do wrong?
Maybe the chocolate was too hot? Try letting it cool a bit before dipping. That helps it coat evenly.
Followed the steps pretty closely. The filling was smooth, but I had to freeze them a bit longer than 15 minutes because mine were soft. Still delicious though!
Good to know I’m not the only one! Mine were also a little soft after 15 min—next time I’ll probably freeze longer like you did. Glad they turned out delicious anyway 😄
Mine got kinda messy when dipping—probably because I didn’t let the chocolate cool enough. The flavor is still awesome, just not pretty lol.
Oh that makes total sense—if the chocolate’s still warm, it fights the dip and turns everything into a blob 😅 Next time try letting it cool a bit after melting (still liquid, just not hot) and make sure the eggs are properly chilled.
Yummy! I substituted almond butter and they turned out fine. Give it a try! 5.
I gotta say, these were a bit too sweet for me. Maybe use less sugar? 3 stars.
Looks good, but I don’t trust something with that much sugar. 1 star for health!
Come on, they’re called Easter eggs for a reason! It’s a treat, not a health food. 5 stars for fun!
I get your point about sugar, but it’s a dessert! It’s all about moderation. 4 stars because they look yummy!
Not gonna lie, this sounds like too much work for eggs with no actual eggs in it. 😅 But the family devoured them, so… fair.
My kids love peanut butter and chocolate! This recipe is an easy win for Easter. 5 stars!
I don’t think you need butter in this. Just peanut butter, sugar and chocolate, that’s what makes it right! But whatever, they were cute.
I disagree! The butter adds a creaminess that you just can’t get from peanut butter alone. These eggs are so much better with it!
I tried these but my mixture was too sticky. I think I added too much peanut butter, but they still tasted good. Would try again!
Glad they turned out tasty! Maybe try less peanut butter next time? Can’t wait to make them!
I don’t know why you added like a whole cup of peanut butter! That’s too much! But hey, if you liked them, good for ya.
Delicious! The kids loved helping out, especially with the chocolate dipping part. Messy but fun.
Sounds like a blast! Kids love getting messy, and chocolate makes everything better! 🍫
Could use more peanut butter taste? I don’t know, mine was mostly like sweet candy with peanut butter in the background. Next time I’ll reduce the powdered sugar.
Totally get that—these are pretty sweet with the 2 cups powdered sugar. I’d try either increasing the peanut butter a bit or reducing the powdered sugar, like you said. Also, make sure you really mix until it’s fully smooth so the peanut butter flavor doesn’t get kind of “hidden.”
Easy and yummy!
These peanut butter eggs are amazing! So easy to make and tasted just like the ones you buy at the store. Five stars from me!
Ugh, why do people love this? I found them way too sweet. I guess some like that? But no thanks.