Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Eggs (Print View)

Peanut butter centers enveloped in dark chocolate, finished with flaky sea salt. Perfect for sweet celebrations.

# What You’ll Need:

→ 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 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

# Method:

01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine creamy peanut butter, softened unsalted butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of fine sea salt. Mix until the filling forms a smooth, thick consistency.
03 - Portion approximately 2 tablespoons of the filling and shape into egg forms with your hands. Arrange them on the lined sheet. Continue until all mixture is used.
04 - Place the peanut butter eggs in the freezer for 30 minutes to solidify the centers.
05 - Melt chopped dark chocolate and coconut oil together in a heatproof bowl set over simmering water, or microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
06 - Using a fork, dip each frozen peanut butter egg into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip. Place coated eggs back onto the baking sheet.
07 - Immediately sprinkle each egg with flaky sea salt before the chocolate sets for a delicate finish.
08 - Chill coated eggs in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes, until the chocolate shell is firm. Serve cold or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • No store-bought treat ever matches the creaminess of these homemade eggs.
  • The sprinkle of flaky sea salt gives every bite a satisfying contrast, making them unforgettable at Easter gatherings.
02 -
  • If your filling is too sticky to handle, chilling the bowl for 10 minutes makes shaping simple.
  • Melting chocolate slowly and gently—never rushing—prevents graininess and preserves that silky finish.
03 -
  • If some chocolate pools under your eggs, use a spatula to nudge them—no one will guess.
  • A dash of espresso powder melted into the chocolate adds an unexpected richness.
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