Ingredients
For the Peanut Butter Filling:
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- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
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- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
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- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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- 2 cups powdered sugar
For the Chocolate Coating:
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- 2 cups milk chocolate chips
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- 1 tablespoon vegetable shortening
Instructions
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- Prepare the Peanut Butter Filling:
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- In a mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, softened butter, and vanilla extract.
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- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until well combined. The mixture should be firm but still easy to mold.
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- Shape the Peanut Butter Eggs:
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- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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- Scoop out portions of the peanut butter mixture and shape them into egg-like forms. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
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- Transfer the baking sheet to the freezer and let the peanut butter eggs chill for at least 30 minutes.
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- Prepare the Chocolate Coating:
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- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the milk chocolate chips and vegetable shortening together in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval until smooth.
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- Coat the Peanut Butter Eggs:
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- Using a fork, dip each frozen peanut butter egg into the melted chocolate, ensuring itās fully coated.
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- Allow any excess chocolate to drip off before placing the coated eggs back on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
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- Chill and Set:
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- Return the baking sheet to the freezer to let the chocolate coating set. This will take approximately 15-20 minutes.
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- Serve and Enjoy:
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- Once the chocolate is fully set, your homemade Reeseās Eggs are ready to be enjoyed.
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- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
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- For an extra touch, drizzle melted white chocolate over the dark chocolate coating.
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- Try different nut butters for unique flavor variations.
Enjoy every bite!