Peanut Butter Eggs Recipe

Nothing says Easter quite like my homemade Peanut Butter Eggs Recipe. If you’ve ever wanted to recreate the classic Reese’s peanut butter eggs at home, this easy recipe is for you. With simple ingredients and a rich, creamy peanut butter filling, these chocolate-coated treats are a must-have for your Easter basket. Plus, they come together in no time with a few pantry staples. These are very similar to my homemade Peanut Butter Balls but in the shape of eggs of course!

Ingredients Needed for Peanut Butter Easter Eggs

If you’re a fan of Reese’s peanut butter eggs, you’ll LOVE this homemade version of Peanut Butter Eggs! Here’s what you’ll need to get started:

Salted butter: Creamy, salty goodness to enhance the flavor.
Peanut butter: Chunky or creamy, your choice! (See my note below about natural vs processed PB)
Vanilla extract: A hint of vanilla adds depth to the flavor.
Powdered sugar: Sweetness to balance the saltiness of the peanut butter.
Rice Krispies cereal (optional): Adds a crispy texture for extra delight.
Melting chocolates or chocolate chips: Rich, smooth chocolate for coating. (see my note below about chocolate coating and melting chocolate)
Coconut oil (if needed): Helps to achieve the perfect consistency for dipping.
Sprinkles for garnish: Add a festive touch to your Easter eggs.

Variations:

Swap out peanut butter for cashew or almond butter for a different flavor profile.
Use dark chocolate chips or candy wafers for a richer, more intense chocolate experience.
Experiment with different types of sprinkles or toppings like drizzled maple syrup, sea salt or graham cracker crumbs) for a customized look.

Let’s Talk Peanut Butter

I originally used natural crunchy peanut butter for these pb eggs which worked just fine for me. BUT I am now recommending using Jif or Skippy brands. This is because natural peanut butter is so inconsistent. The oil separates and then we all stir it up a little differently. Whereas processed peanut butter just works, every time. Use crunchy or smooth peanut butter based on your personal preference.

Let’s Talk About Chocolate Coating

For best results use high-quality melting chocolate like Ghirardelli’s melting wafers (these come in white, milk, and dark varieties). If you’re in a pinch you can also use chocolate chips and add a dash of coconut oil for a smooth consistency. I like using milk chocolate but feel free to use whichever flavor you like best. Skip the double boiler method to melt chocolate–simply melt your chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Start out with 30 seconds, stir, and then melt at 20-second increments until almost melted. Stir to melt all the way. Be careful not to overcook the chocolate or it’ll seize up!

Chocolate Dipping Tips + Tricks

Before we get started, here are a few tips I have found helpful as I have run into a few snags that you might have as well.

Dipping utensil: you could use a specialty dipping tool for these peanut butter eggs but you could also use a fork just as easily! Using a fork can be a little messier but it gets the job done.
To thin out chocolate: if your chocolate is still too thick for dipping, add in a teaspoon of coconut oil and mix away. Be careful though, if you add too much oil, the chocolate won’t stick to the peanut butter egg.
For smooth chocolate: you either need more oil OR the chocolate mixture still needs some microwaving to melt all the way.
Chocolate is hardening too fast: first things first, work quickly. Secondly, there is no shame in popping that chocolate back in the microwave for 10 seconds to get it loose again. You can do it!
The filling is sticking to my dipping utensil: either the filling is too cold or the chocolate is too hot! Adjust accordingly and try again.

How to Make Peanut Butter Eggs

For full details on how to make peanut butter eggs, including ingredient measurements, see the recipe card down below. Here is step by step what to expect when making these delicious PB Eggs:

1. Make Peanut Butter Mixture

In a large bowl, melt peanut butter and butter together for 1 minute. Stir to incorporate together.

Stir in vanilla extract then powdered sugar, and optionally Rice Krispies. The mixture will seem dry but should hold together when you form it into shapes. This is where you can really get the kids involved.

2. Form Peanut Butter Mixture into Egg Shape + Freeze

3. Melt Chocolate and Dip

While peanut butter eggs are chilling, melt chocolate in the microwave on low heat, and 30 second intervals, stirring and checking on it.

Dip each egg into chocolate to cover completely. Remove the egg with a fork, and tap along the edge of the bowl allowing excess chocolate to drip back into the bowl through the prongs of the fork.

4. Decorate and Chill

Place eggs back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet and sprinkle with any desired toppings. Repeat until all eggs are covered in chocolate. Refrigerate for 5 minutes or until the chocolate has hardened.

5. Peanut Butter Eggs are Ready!

Wrap up to give away as gifts, serve or store in the fridge for up to 5 days. And voila! Just like that, you’ve got some homemade Peanut Butter Eggs. 🙂 Yippee!

Storing + Freezing Directions for Peanut Butter Eggs

Store peanut butter eggs in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes before eating for the best peanut butter flavor.

The real beauty of these Peanut Butter Eggs is that they can be frozen for up to 3 months! This also means you could have these bad boys ready for whenever the craving strikes.

To Freeze. Once the eggs are coated, chilled and the chocolate has set toss them into a freezer-safe bag and freeze! Easy, right?

To Thaw. Simply thaw in the fridge overnight (or for at least 8 hours) then enjoy!

More Peanut Butter Recipes to Try!

Are you a peanut butter lover? Try these other recipes:

Peanut Butter Blossoms
Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Fudge
Buckeyes – reader favorite!
Peanut Butter Balls
Scotcharoos
PB Energy Balls

More Easter Desserts to Try!

Easter Dirt Cake
Nutella Deviled Strawberries
Marshmallow Potato Chip Easter Nests
Easter Rice Krispie Treats
Cadbury Egg Cookies – reader favorite!

Peanut Butter Eggs are easy peasy, right? I thought so. The printable recipe card is below! Have a great day, friends!

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Homemade Peanut Butter Eggs Recipe

Skip the store-bought Easter candy and make homemade Peanut Butter Eggs! A super easy recipe that you can make with your kids.

Ingredients

▢ 1/4 cup salted butter melted
▢ 1 cup peanut butter chunky or creamy
▢ 1 tsp vanilla extract
▢ 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
▢ 1 1/2 cups Rice Krispies cereal optional
▢ 1 cup melting chocolates or chocolate chips
▢ 1 tsp coconut oil if needed
▢ sprinkles for garnish

US Customary – Metric

Instructions

In a large bowl, melt peanut butter and butter together for 1 minute. Stir to incorporate together.
Stir in vanilla then powdered sugar, and optionally Rice Krispies. The mixture will seem dry but should hold together when you form it into shapes. This is where you can really get the kids involved.
Using a 3-tablespoon cookie scoop, measure out and form 10 even eggs. Or for smaller eggs, use a 2 teaspoon cookie scoop and form 24 eggs. Place onto a parchment (or wax) paper-lined baking sheet. Freeze for 10 minutes.
While peanut butter eggs are chilling, melt chocolate in a microwave on low heat, stirring every 30 seconds or so. Dip each egg into chocolate to cover completely. Remove the egg with a fork, and tap along the edge of the bowl allowing excess chocolate to drip back into the bowl through the prongs.
Place back onto parchment paper and sprinkle with any desired toppings. Repeat until all eggs are covered in chocolate. Refrigerate for 5 minutes or until the chocolate has hardened.
Wrap up to give away as gifts, serve or store in the fridge for up to 5 days.

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Notes

To Freeze. Once the eggs are coated, chilled and the chocolate has set toss them into a freezer-safe bag and freeze! Easy, right? To Thaw. Simply thaw in the fridge overnight (or for at least 8 hours) then enjoy!

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