What ingredients are needed to make homemade peanut butter eggs?

To make homemade peanut butter eggs, you will need 8 ounces of softened cream cheese, 1/2 cup of softened butter, one 18-ounce jar of creamy peanut butter, 2 pounds of powdered sugar, and 1 pound each of melting chocolate and white melting chocolate (or chocolate and white almond bark). Easter sprinkles are optional but recommended for decoration.

How do you shape the peanut butter filling into eggs?

After mixing the filling, use a 1 1/2 tablespoon scoop to form balls, then shape each ball into an egg shape with your hands. Alternatively, you can press the dough into a parchment-lined dish, freeze it until firm, and then use an egg-shaped cookie cutter to cut out uniform eggs. Place the shaped eggs on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for 30 minutes before dipping.

What is the best way to melt chocolate for dipping peanut butter eggs?

The best chocolate for dipping is melting wafers or chocolate almond bark, as they contain stabilizers for a smooth finish. Melt the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second increments, stirring after each interval, until completely smooth. Avoid using standard chocolate chips if possible; if you do, stir every 15 seconds and add a few drops of milk or cream if the chocolate becomes too thick.

How should homemade peanut butter eggs be stored and how long do they last?

Store homemade peanut butter eggs in an airtight container in the refrigerator, where they will last for 3 to 5 days. For longer storage, you can freeze the un-dipped, shaped eggs in a freezer bag for up to 3 months, or freeze the finished eggs between layers of wax paper in an airtight container. Always keep them chilled to maintain the best texture.

Peanut Butter Eggs - Homemade Easter Candy Recipe

Name: Peanut Butter Eggs (Reese's Copycat)
Prep time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Ingredients: 8 ounce cream cheese, softened; 1/2 cup butter, softened; 18 ounce creamy peanut butter; 2 pound powdered sugar; 1 pound melting chocolate, or chocolate almond bark; 1 pound white melting chocolate, or white almond bark; Easter sprinkles

Description

Peanut Butter Eggs Reese’s peanut butter eggs are one of the best Easter candies around, and the best part is that you can make your own at home with just six ingredients. This recipe takes a creamy peanut butter filling, shapes it into little eggs, and coats each one in chocolate for that classic pairing we all love.

Ingredients

Scale

8 ounce cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
18 ounce creamy peanut butter
2 pound powdered sugar
1 pound melting chocolate, or chocolate almond bark
1 pound white melting chocolate, or white almond bark
Easter sprinkles

Instructions

1-In a large bowl using an electric: In a large bowl using an electric or stand mixer, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add in the peanut butter until combined.
2-Beat in the sugar until well mixed: Beat in the sugar until well mixed. I use a 1 ½ tablespoon scoop to make balls that I form into an egg shape. Place the eggs on a wax or parchment paper lined baking sheet and freeze for about 30 minutes.
3-In a microwave-safe bowl in 30 second: In a microwave-safe bowl in 30 second increments melt the chocolate and the white chocolate separately until melted and smooth.
4-When the chocolate is ready using 2: When the chocolate is ready using 2 forks dip the eggs and cover in chocolate gently shaking off the excess. Place the dipped egg back on the wax or parchment paper and immediately add sprinkles if desired. Let harden and serve!

Prep Time: 30 min
Cook Time: 0 min
Method: no_cook

Nutrition

Serving Size: 14g
Calories: 318
Sugar: 47g
Sodium: 68mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Carbohydrates: 49g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: Peanut Butter Eggs