Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a large bowl, beat the creamy peanut butter and softened butter until smooth. Mix in the vanilla extract and salt.
- Gradually beat in the powdered sugar until a moldable dough forms. If it is too crumbly, add a tiny splash of milk.
- Scoop 1-tablespoon portions of dough, roll into balls, and gently taper one end to form an egg shape. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill the shaped eggs in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or freezer for 30 minutes until very firm.
- Melt the light blue candy melts and coconut oil in the microwave in 30-second intervals at 50% power, stirring until completely smooth.
- Dip the chilled peanut butter eggs into the melted coating one at a time using a fork. Tap off excess and place back on the parchment paper. Let the coating set.
- In a small bowl, mix cocoa powder and vanilla extract (or water) to create a thin, liquid paint consistency.
- Dip a clean, stiff-bristled brush into the cocoa mixture and flick it over the set blue eggs to create speckles. Let dry completely before serving.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, or freeze for up to 3 months.