Peanut Butter Easter Eggs

By Resk8r

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1/2 tsp. Vanilla extract
• 2 1/3 cups confectioner's sugar
• 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 1 1/2 cups dark chocolate chips
• 2 Tbsp. Shortening
• Confectioners' sugar icing, optional

Preparation

Step 1

In a large bowl, beat peanut butter, butter and vanilla until creamy. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar and cracker crumbs. Shape mixture into 16 eggs; place on waxed paper lined baking sheets. Refrigerate 30 minutes or until firm.

In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip eggs in chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Return eggs to baking sheets. Refrigerate 30 minutes. If desired, decorate with icing; let stand until set. Store in airtight containers in refrigerator.