Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of homemade Copycat Reese’s Peanut Butter Eggs, a delightful treat perfect for Easter and beyond. These no-bake candy gems bring together a luscious creamy peanut butter filling enveloped in smooth chocolate, making them irresistible for both kids and adults. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can recreate this nostalgic favorite right in your kitchen. Perfect for sharing at gatherings or as thoughtful gifts, these peanut butter eggs are sure to bring smiles all around. Enjoy the fun of making and customizing them to suit your taste, creating sweet memories with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 3/4 cups confectioner's sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 Tbsp coconut oil
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by lining a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, blend softened butter, peanut butter, and vanilla extract until creamy using an electric mixer.
- Gradually mix in confectioner's sugar until thick yet manageable.
- Shape the mixture into egg shapes and place them on the lined baking sheet.
- Chill in the freezer for about 30 minutes until firm.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and coconut oil together until smooth.
- Dip each chilled egg into the melted chocolate, letting excess drip off before placing back on parchment to set.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg