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Peanut Butter Easter Eggs

Delightful Peanut Butter Easter Eggs bring a balance of creamy sweetness and rich chocolate, perfect for any holiday celebration.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Peanut Butter Filling
  • 1 1/4 cup natural, runny peanut butter (no sugar added) Ensure it's at room temperature for easier mixing.
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/3 cup almond flour Can substitute with other nut flours.
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch salt
For the Coating
  • 8 ounces white chocolate melting wafers Use high-quality, such as Ghirardelli.
  • 2 teaspoons coconut oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon blue spirulina Optional for color.
  • 1/4 teaspoon matcha powder Use for color enhancement.
For the Speckles
  • 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon water

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, maple syrup, powdered sugar, almond flour, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix until the texture is uniform.
  2. Scoop out portions of the mixture (about 2 tablespoons each) and roll them into egg shapes with your hands.
  3. Arrange these on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze them briefly.
Coating
  1. In a separate bowl, combine cocoa powder and water, and set aside.
  2. Melt the white chocolate wafers with coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl, using 15-20 second intervals while stirring in between until fully melted.
  3. Mix in the spirulina and matcha to achieve desired colors.
  4. While the peanut butter eggs are slightly frozen, insert a toothpick into the base of each egg and dip into the melted chocolate.
  5. Allow excess chocolate to drip off before placing it back on the baking sheet without the toothpick.
  6. To add speckles, use a pastry brush dipped in the cocoa mixture and flick over the eggs.
  7. Chill until the chocolate sets, approximately 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

Use a silicone spatula for easier mixing and cleanup. Consider a melting pot for consistent chocolate melting. Keep parchment paper on hand for rolling and freezing.

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