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Easter Peanut Butter Eggs

Delicious Easter Peanut Butter Eggs You'll Love to Make

Delight in these Easter Peanut Butter Eggs that are gluten-free, vegan, and easy to make.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 eggs
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Peanut Butter Filling
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter use natural for best flavor
  • 1 cup blanched almond flour can substitute with coconut flour
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup can swap with honey if not vegan
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract use pure vanilla for optimum results
  • pinch sea salt to balance flavors
For the Chocolate Coating
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips dark chocolate is a great alternative
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil can substitute with vegetable oil

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Microwave-Safe Bowl
  • spatula
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a food processor, blend the creamy peanut butter, vanilla extract, maple syrup, almond flour, and a pinch of sea salt for about 1-2 minutes until crumbly yet holds together when pressed.
  2. Roll the mixture into egg-shaped balls, about 1-2 inches long, or cut into shapes; place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for approximately 15 minutes.
  3. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and coconut oil; microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until completely smooth.
  4. Lower each frozen egg into the melted chocolate using a fork, ensuring they are fully coated; return to the baking sheet.
  5. Chill the dipped eggs in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes until the chocolate coating is set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1eggCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store the eggs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, or freeze for longer storage.

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