Healthy Homemade Reese's Eggs (Nut-free Version): the copycat recipe you're looking for for Reese's peanut butter eggs, but made with healthy ingredients. Nut-free and dairy free options for this favorite Easter candy.
- 1 1/2 cups nut butter
- 1/4 cup coconut flour
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp coconut oil , melted
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips
- 1 tsp coconut oil , melted
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Mix all ingredients for the inside of the homemade Reese's egg in a bowl until well combined.
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Place in refrigerator for 30-60 minutes to let firm up. While this is in the fridge, line a baking sheet or large plate with wax paper.
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Using your hands or a mold, form into egg shapes and place on waxed paper. Place in freezer for 15 minutes.
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Once they are cold, heat chocolate and the 1 tsp of coconut oil in a microwave safe bowl for 30 seconds. If not melted, heat another 30 seconds.
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Dip eggs into melted chocolate and place on wax sheets.
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Place back in freezer for a couple of minutes.
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Remove and drizzle extra chocolate on top. Store in an airtight container.
- If the inside of the egg mixture is too soft, add another tsp of coconut flour and mix. If still to wet, add another teaspoon and mix.
- When dipping in chocolate, if the insides are too soft, place back in freezer for 10 minutes before proceeding to dip.