Let’s get started! Here’s a detailed, step-by-step guide:

Step 1: Prepare Baking Sheets

Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2: Make Peanut Butter Filling

To the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment (or a large bowl if using a hand mixer), add the creamy peanut butter and softened butter.

Beat on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.

With the mixer on low speed, gradually stir in the powdered sugar, graham cracker crumbs, vanilla extract, and salt.

Beat until well combined, about 1 minute. The mixture should be thick and smooth.

Step 3: Shape Eggs

Divide the peanut butter mixture into 1 1/2 tablespoon balls. You can use a small cookie scoop or a spoon to measure out the portions.

Flatten each ball into an egg shape, measuring about 2 inches long, 1 inch wide, and about 3/4 inch thick.

Place the shaped peanut butter eggs on the prepared baking sheets.

Step 4: Chill Eggs

Chill the peanut butter eggs in the refrigerator or freezer while you melt the chocolate. This will help them hold their shape during dipping. At least 15 minutes.

Step 5: Prepare Double Boiler

Fill the bottom of a medium saucepan with about 1 inch of water.

Bring the water to a simmer over medium-high heat.

Place the chopped semisweet chocolate in a dry, heatproof bowl that is slightly larger than the saucepan. The bowl should sit on top of the pan without its bottom touching the water.

Step 6: Melt Chocolate

Reduce the heat to medium-low.

Place the bowl of chocolate over the saucepan of simmering water.

Heat the chocolate, stirring occasionally with a dry rubber spatula, until the chocolate is mostly smooth and melted, 2 to 3 minutes.   

 

Remove the bowl from the saucepan and continue stirring until the residual heat melts the remaining chocolate and the mixture is completely smooth. If needed, return the bowl to the saucepan for a few seconds to melt any remaining lumps. Be careful not to overheat the chocolate or get any water in it, as this can cause it to seize.

Step 7: Dip Eggs

Using two forks, carefully dip the chilled peanut butter eggs into the melted chocolate, one at a time. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off.

Carefully place the dipped eggs back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.

Step 8: Decorate (Optional)

If desired, decorate the eggs with sprinkles or a chocolate drizzle.

For a chocolate drizzle: Spoon any remaining melted chocolate into a small zip-top bag. Cut off a very small corner of the bag and drizzle the chocolate over the dipped eggs.

Step 9: Set Chocolate

Allow the chocolate to set completely before enjoying the peanut butter eggs. This can take about 30 minutes at room temperature, or you can speed up the process by placing the baking sheets in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes.

 

Enjoy these delicious and festive Homemade Peanut Butter Eggs!