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Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Eggs Recipe Easy Homemade Treats with Sea Salt

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These dark chocolate peanut butter eggs are a quick and easy homemade treat featuring a creamy peanut butter filling encased in a rich dark chocolate shell, finished with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt for a perfect sweet and salty bite.

Ingredients

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  • 10 oz (280 g) dark chocolate (60–70% cocoa)
  • 1 cup (250 g) creamy natural peanut butter
  • ¾ cup (90 g) powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp (28 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Sea salt, for sprinkling
  • Optional: 1 tbsp (15 ml) heavy cream or milk

Instructions

  1. Chop the dark chocolate finely for even melting. Melt in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second bursts, stirring well between each, until smooth, or melt over a double boiler on low heat, stirring constantly (about 5–7 minutes).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, softened unsalted butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix well until smooth and fluffy. Add heavy cream or milk if the mixture is too stiff.
  3. Spoon a thin layer of melted chocolate into each cavity of a silicone egg mold or mini muffin pan. Spread chocolate up the sides to form a shell. Chill in the refrigerator for 5 minutes to set.
  4. Add a spoonful of peanut butter filling into the center of each chocolate shell, leaving space at the top for the chocolate lid.
  5. Cover the filling with more melted chocolate, smoothing the top to seal. Tap the mold gently to remove air bubbles and level the chocolate. Chill for about 20 minutes or until fully set.
  6. Carefully unmold the eggs and place on a parchment-lined tray. Sprinkle flaky sea salt over the top.
  7. Chill the eggs for another 10 minutes to firm up completely before serving.

Notes

Avoid overheating chocolate to prevent seizing. Chill shells before adding filling to keep layers clean. Use natural peanut butter without added oils for best texture. If chocolate thickens while working, gently rewarm in short bursts. Store in airtight container in fridge up to two weeks or freeze up to three months.

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