Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Eggs (Printable)

Peanut butter and dark chocolate combine for a sweet, salty, and creamy bite with festive flair.

# Ingredient list:

→ Peanut Butter Filling

01 - 1 cup creamy peanut butter
02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
03 - 1 cup powdered sugar
04 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
05 - Pinch of fine sea salt

→ Chocolate Coating

06 - 8 ounces dark chocolate (60–70% cocoa), chopped
07 - 1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional, for smoother coating)

→ Topping

08 - 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt

# Cooking steps:

01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
02 - In a mixing bowl, blend peanut butter, softened butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt using a hand mixer or sturdy spoon until the filling is smooth and thick.
03 - Using approximately 2 tablespoons of filling for each, mold into egg shapes by hand and arrange them on the lined baking sheet.
04 - Place the shaped eggs in the freezer for 30 minutes, or until firm.
05 - Combine chopped dark chocolate and coconut oil in a heatproof bowl. Melt gently using a double boiler or microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until fully smooth.
06 - With a fork, dip each chilled peanut butter egg into the melted chocolate, allowing any excess to drip off before placing back onto the baking sheet.
07 - Immediately sprinkle each chocolate-coated egg with flaky sea salt prior to the chocolate setting.
08 - Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes, until the chocolate is firm. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • Rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter come together in each bite like a secret reward.
  • The sea salt on top transforms a humble treat into something truly memorable.
02 -
  • If your peanut butter eggs are too soft, dipping gets messy — freezing them first is non-negotiable.
  • Adding the sea salt while the chocolate is still wet ensures it sticks and doesn’t slide off.
03 -
  • Scoop and shape eggs with slightly damp hands to keep them smooth and easy to handle.
  • Let the chocolate cool a bit before dipping for a neat finish and less mess.
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