My mom made peanut butter eggs at Easter for many years. She would put our names on them in frosting and decorate them with bunnies and flowers. These chocolate-dipped treats bring back wonderful memories.
Ingredients
- 1 (16 ounce) package confectioners' sugar
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 8 (1 ounce) squares semisweet chocolate, cut into 1/2-inch chunks
- 1 tablespoon shortening
Directions
Step 1
Beat confectioners' sugar, peanut butter, and butter in a large mixing bowl until well blended; mix in milk if needed for moisture. Divide mixture in half and form into two large eggs. Place eggs onto on a wax paper-lined plate and freeze until firm, about 1 hour.
Step 2
When the eggs are almost ready, combine chocolate and shortening in the top of a double boiler over simmering water. Melt over medium heat, stirring frequently until smooth. Stir frequently, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching, until chocolate is melted, about 5 minutes.
Step 3
Remove eggs from the freezer. Carefully stick a long-tined fork in the top of an egg; gently dip it in melted chocolate until covered, then return it to the waxed paper. Repeat to dip remaining egg. Decorate as desired.
Tips
You can make smaller eggs if desired.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 16 | |
Calories 307 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat16g | 21% |
Saturated Fat6g | 31% |
Cholesterol8mg | 3% |
Sodium95mg | 4% |
Total Carbohydrate39g | 14% |
Dietary Fiber2g | 7% |
Total Sugars36g | |
Protein5g | |
Calcium9mg | 1% |
Iron1mg | 6% |
Potassium108mg | 2% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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