Description
Indulge in the delightful magic of Peanut Butter Easter Eggs, a creamy treat with a rich, nutty flavor, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/4 cup natural, runny peanut butter (no sugar added)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/3 cup almond flour
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 8 ounces white chocolate melting wafers
- 2 teaspoons coconut oil
- 1/2 teaspoon blue spirulina
- 1/4 teaspoon matcha powder
- 1 teaspoon cocoa powder + 1 tablespoon water (for speckling)
Instructions
- Mix the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, maple syrup, powdered sugar, almond flour, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat until smooth.
- Shape the Eggs: Scoop 2 tablespoons of the filling and roll it into an oval shape. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Freeze the Filling: Place the baking sheet in the freezer for 15-20 minutes.
- Prepare the Chocolate Coating: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate wafers and coconut oil. Microwave in intervals until smooth, then mix in spirulina and matcha.
- Coat the Eggs: Insert a toothpick into the bottom of an egg, dip it in the melted chocolate, then place back on the parchment paper.
- Add the Speckles: Mix cocoa powder and water, then flick onto the eggs with a pastry brush.
- Chill Once More: Refrigerate until the chocolate hardens, about 10 minutes.
Notes
You can customize the chocolate type and fillings according to preference. Store in an airtight container for up to a week in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg