{"id":6182,"date":"2020-04-10T07:45:08","date_gmt":"2020-04-10T13:45:08","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.blissfulbasil.com\/?p=6182"},"modified":"2021-04-27T09:37:11","modified_gmt":"2021-04-27T15:37:11","slug":"superfood-peanut-butter-eggs-vegan-gluten-free","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.blissfulbasil.com\/superfood-peanut-butter-eggs-vegan-gluten-free\/","title":{"rendered":"Vegan Peanut Butter Cup Eggs"},"content":{"rendered":"

These\u00a0vegan peanut butter cup eggs are reminiscent of Reese's eggs only plant-based and toting a few nutritional perks as well. Perfect for Easter celebrations or just because. But be warned: You may want to double the batch. They go fast! Note: This recipe was originally published on <\/i>April 11, 2014<\/a>. The post has since been updated with new photos and helpful tips. The original recipe is the same, and I've also included a new version\u00a0using almond flour!<\/i><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Peanut butter eggs don't really need an introduction, do they? By now, most of us have come to the conclusion that chocolate + peanut butter = delicious. Especially when formed into the shape of an egg.<\/p>\n

Why? I don't know. \ud83e\udd37\ud83c\udffb\u200d\u2640\ufe0f But something about it tastes even better than its cup-shaped predecessor.<\/p>\n

If you google \"peanut butter eggs,\" you'll find hundreds, if not thousands, of creative recipes with interesting twists and turns.<\/p>\n

I can't promise anything too groundbreaking here, but I couldn't resist adding my own chocolate-covered, peanut-butter-filled two cents into the mix.<\/p>\n

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These peanut butter eggs are different than others simply because of their added nutritional boost.<\/p>\n

Instead of using powdered sugar to thicken the peanut butter filling, you'll use either buckwheat flour or almond meal\/flour. Both of which offer a vitamin, mineral, and fiber boost to these delectable sweets.<\/p>\n

(If you'd like a refresher on the benefits of buckwheat groats, be sure to check out this recipe<\/a>.)<\/p>\n

Instead of powdered sugar, the peanut butter eggs garner their sweetness from pure maple syrup.<\/p>\n

If you want to really take the superfood powers through the roof, you can even add a tablespoon of maca powder<\/a>\u2014a nutty, energizing, hormone-balancing adaptogenic root-based powder.<\/p>\n

How to Make Vegan Peanut Butter Eggs<\/h2>\n

To make these peanut butter eggs, you'll start by mixing together peanut butter (see recipe notes for a nut-free option), buckwheat flour or almond flour, pure maple syrup, and a pinch of sea salt.<\/p>\n

The mixture will take on the texture of a soft but shapeable dough.<\/p>\n

Scoop out about a tablespoon+ of the peanut butter \"dough\" and form into an egg-like shape. No need for perfection here. The goal is simply to end up with something that looks about like an oval.<\/p>\n

Transfer the peanut butter egg to a lined baking sheet. Then, repeat with the remaining dough.<\/p>\n

In total, you should have 10\u201314 eggs, depending on whether you follow the original buckwheat recipe or the new almond flour recipe.<\/p>\n

Transfer the pan to the freezer for about 25 minutes to chill and firm the eggs.<\/p>\n

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Prepare the chocolate coating when there's about 10 minutes of chill time remaining on the clock.<\/p>\n

In either a double boiler or the microwave, melt dairy free chocolate chips and a bit of coconut oil until smooth and glossy.<\/p>\n

The coconut oil helps thin the chocolate to a texture that more easily coats the eggs, but you can omit it in a pinch. Just know that you'll likely need more chocolate than you would otherwise.<\/p>\n

When your peanut butter eggs are thoroughly chilled, dunk them, one at a time, into the chocolate coating. It helps to use a spoon to dump the chocolate over top. Shake off any excess chocolate and return the coated eggs to the pan.<\/p>\n

If you're feeling extra festive (like Sloane was and always is), add sprinkles or other decorative bits to the eggs before the chocolate begins to set.<\/p>\n

Once you've finished coating the peanut butter eggs, return the pan to the freezer for another 15-ish minutes to set the chocolate coating.<\/p>\n

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Once the chocolate layer has set, it's time to enjoy.<\/p>\n

Store the eggs in either the refrigerator or freezer and take them out just before serving. This helps keep the chocolate firm, set, and pretty.<\/p>\n

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I hope you love this recipe as much as I do! \ud83d\udc97 If you make these vegan peanut butter cup eggs, let me know! Leave a comment, rate the recipe, and don\u2019t forget to tag a photo #blissfulbasil<\/a> on Instagram.<\/p>\n

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Vegan Superfood Peanut Butter Eggs (Original Recipe)<\/h2>\n
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<\/g><\/svg><\/span> Keyword <\/span>Easter, Holiday, vegan<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n
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<\/g><\/svg><\/span> Prep Time <\/span>45 minutes<\/span><\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>
<\/g><\/svg><\/span> Cook Time <\/span>5 minutes<\/span><\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>
<\/g><\/svg><\/span> Total Time <\/span>50 minutes<\/span><\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n
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<\/g><\/svg><\/span> Servings <\/span>10<\/span> eggs<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n
<\/g><\/svg><\/span> Author <\/span>Blissful Basil<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n

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