Make these peanut butter Easter eggs with the kids, then decorate them with sprinkles and other candy confections. Turn it into a yearly tradition!
Preparation Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Calories
307 Calories
Recipe Instructions
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.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon milk
1 tablespoon shortening
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1 (16 ounce) package confectioners' sugar
0.25 cup unsalted butter, softened
8 (1 ounce) squares semisweet chocolate, cut into 1/2-inch chunks
