Homemade Reese’s Eggs are a delightful treat to make at home, especially around Easter time. Here’s a simple recipe to recreate that iconic peanut butter and chocolate flavor combination:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 12 ounces milk chocolate chips or melting chocolate
- Optional: 1 tablespoon vegetable shortening (if needed to thin out chocolate)
Instructions:
- Prepare Peanut Butter Filling:
- In a mixing bowl, combine creamy peanut butter, softened unsalted butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing until well combined. The mixture should be thick and slightly crumbly but hold together when pressed.
- Shape the Eggs:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Take a tablespoon of the peanut butter mixture and roll it into an egg shape.
- Place each egg-shaped portion on the prepared baking sheet.
- Once all the eggs are shaped, place the baking sheet in the freezer for about 30 minutes to firm up the eggs.
- Coat with Chocolate:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the milk chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval until smooth. If the chocolate is too thick, stir in vegetable shortening a little at a time until it reaches a thinner consistency.
- Using a fork or dipping tool, dip each peanut butter egg into the melted chocolate, ensuring it’s completely coated.
- Allow any excess chocolate to drip off, then place the coated egg back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Repeat the dipping process for each peanut butter egg.
- Once all the eggs are coated, return the baking sheet to the freezer for about 15-20 minutes to allow the chocolate to set.
- Decorate (optional):
- If desired, you can drizzle melted chocolate over the set eggs or sprinkle them with crushed peanuts before the chocolate sets completely.
- Serve or Store:
- Once the chocolate has set, your homemade Reese’s Eggs are ready to serve!
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Enjoy these delicious homemade Reese’s Eggs as a treat for Easter or any time you’re craving that classic peanut butter and chocolate combination!
