Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Eggs (Printable)

Creamy peanut butter eggs dipped in dark chocolate and sprinkled with sea salt for a festive dessert.

# 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 of fine sea salt

→ Chocolate Coating

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

→ Topping

08 - 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt

# How To Make:

01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
02 - In a mixing bowl, blend creamy peanut butter, softened unsalted butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of fine sea salt until smooth and thick.
03 - Scoop approximately 2 tablespoons of filling and form into egg shapes by hand. Place shaped eggs onto the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Freeze the formed peanut butter eggs for 30 minutes or until firm.
05 - Melt dark chocolate and coconut oil together using a microwave in 30-second increments or in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring until fully smooth.
06 - Use a fork to dip each frozen peanut butter egg in the melted chocolate. Allow excess chocolate to drip back and return eggs to the baking sheet.
07 - Immediately sprinkle each coated egg with flaky sea salt before the chocolate sets.
08 - Refrigerate chocolate-coated eggs for at least 15 minutes until the coating is firm. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You get to tweak the sweetness and saltiness just how you like it, which always feels extra rewarding.
  • They disappear quickly at gatherings — proof that homemade Easter eggs are a crowd favorite.
02 -
  • If you skip chilling the eggs before dipping, they'll fall apart and make a mess in the chocolate.
  • I used to rush the melting step; slow, gentle heat gives a shinier and smoother finish every time.
03 -
  • If you accidentally overheat the chocolate, stir in a splash of coconut oil to rescue it.
  • For picture-perfect eggs, dip twice and let the first layer set before repeating.
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