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Speckled Robin's Egg Peanut Butter Truffles

Beautiful, no-bake homemade candies featuring a rich peanut butter fudge center encased in a light blue, speckled candy shell. Perfect for spring and Easter!
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 24 truffles
Course: Candy, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday, Spring
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Peanut Butter Center
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter commercial brand, not natural
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups powdered sugar sifted
  • 0.25 tsp fine sea salt optional
Coating & Speckles
  • 12 oz light blue candy melts
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil or shortening
  • 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract or water, for thinning cocoa

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Stiff-bristled brush

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, beat the creamy peanut butter and softened butter until smooth. Mix in the vanilla extract and salt.
  2. Gradually beat in the powdered sugar until a moldable dough forms. If it is too crumbly, add a tiny splash of milk.
  3. 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.
  4. Chill the shaped eggs in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or freezer for 30 minutes until very firm.
  5. Melt the light blue candy melts and coconut oil in the microwave in 30-second intervals at 50% power, stirring until completely smooth.
  6. 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.
  7. In a small bowl, mix cocoa powder and vanilla extract (or water) to create a thin, liquid paint consistency.
  8. 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.