Homemade Reese’s Eggs Recipe

Introduction

Homemade Reese’s Eggs are a delightful treat combining creamy peanut butter center with a rich chocolate coating. Perfect for Easter or anytime you crave a sweet, peanut buttery snack. This recipe is simple and fun to make at home.

Ingredients

• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 1 1/2 cups creamy peanut butter
• 1/4 cup butter or margarine (melted)
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1–2 bags milk chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons shortening

Instructions

1. Step 1: Beat together powdered sugar, peanut butter, and melted butter. The dough will be crumbly initially. Add 2 tablespoons milk and continue beating until the dough softens, though a slightly crumbly texture is fine.
2. Step 2: On a floured surface, roll the dough out to about half an inch thick. Use egg-shaped cookie cutters or a knife to cut the dough into egg shapes.
3. Step 3: Place the shaped eggs on a cookie sheet and freeze for one hour.
4. Step 4: When ready to dip, melt chocolate chips and 1 tablespoon shortening in the microwave. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth, taking care not to burn the chocolate.
5. Step 5: Dip each peanut butter egg into the melted chocolate, using a spoon to help coat thoroughly. Place dipped eggs on wax paper to set.
6. Step 6: If needed, melt the second bag of chocolate with shortening and continue dipping. Enjoy your homemade Reese’s Eggs!

Tips & Variations

• Use crunchy peanut butter for added texture if you prefer.
• Substitute dark or white chocolate for a different flavor twist.
• Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on the chocolate before it sets to enhance the peanut butter flavor.
• Store the dough wrapped in plastic wrap for up to 2 days before shaping.

Storage

Store homemade Reese’s Eggs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. For longer storage, freeze them in a sealed container for up to three months. Allow them to come to room temperature for a few minutes before serving. Reheating is not necessary.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use natural peanut butter for this recipe?

Yes, but natural peanut butter is often thinner and oilier, which may affect dough consistency. You might need to adjust the amount of powdered sugar accordingly.

Why is shortening added to the chocolate?

Shortening helps thin the melted chocolate, making it smoother and easier to coat the peanut butter eggs evenly without thick clumps.

Homemade Reese’s Eggs Recipe

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• Author: Thomas
• Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
• Yield: About 24 egg-shaped pieces depending on size 1x

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Description

Homemade Reese’s Eggs are a delicious peanut butter and chocolate treat made from a simple dough of powdered sugar, creamy peanut butter, and butter, shaped into egg forms, frozen, and then dipped in melted milk chocolate for a perfect seasonal delight.

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Ingredients

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Peanut Butter Dough

• 3 Cups Powdered Sugar
• 1 1/2 Cups Creamy Peanut Butter
• 1/4 Cup Butter or Margarine (melted)
• 2 Tablespoons Milk

Chocolate Coating

• 1–2 Bags Milk Chocolate Chips (about 12–24 oz total)
• 2 Tablespoons Shortening

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Dough: Beat together powdered sugar, peanut butter, and melted butter until crumbly. Then add 2 tablespoons of milk and continue beating until the dough softens. It’s okay if the dough remains slightly crumbly.
2. Shape the Eggs: On a floured surface, roll the dough out to about 1/2 inch thickness. Use egg-shaped cookie cutters or a knife to cut the dough into egg shapes.
3. Freeze the Dough: Place the shaped eggs on a cookie sheet and freeze for one hour to firm up.
4. Melt the Chocolate: Combine the milk chocolate chips and 1 tablespoon of shortening in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth and melted without burning.
5. Dip the Eggs: Using a spoon, coat each frozen peanut butter egg with the melted chocolate. Place the dipped eggs on wax paper to set. Repeat melting chocolate with the second bag and shortening if more coating is needed.
6. Set and Serve: Allow the chocolate to fully set before enjoying your homemade Reese’s Eggs.

Notes

• Use creamy peanut butter for the best texture.
• If the dough is too crumbly after adding milk, it will still hold together once shaped and frozen.
• Freezing the eggs before dipping helps the chocolate coat them better.
• Shortening in the chocolate helps achieve a smooth, glossy coating.
• Store finished eggs in the refrigerator to keep the chocolate firm.

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 5 minutes
• Category: Dessert
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American

Keywords: Reese’s eggs, peanut butter chocolate eggs, homemade Reese’s, chocolate peanut butter candy, Easter treats