Easy Nut-free Chocolate Easter Eggs (Paleo, Allergen-friendly)

What’s Inside: This easy Chocolate Easter Eggs recipe not only tastes good, but it’s good for you! Featuring my toasted coconut butter, rich chocolate, and toasted coconut flakes, these Easter treats are nut-free, Paleo, and allergen-friendly! I also have an AIP option.

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Homemade Chocolate Easter Eggs (No Peanut Butter!)

Here comes Peter Cottontail! And this year he’s bringing these delicious homemade Chocolate Easter Eggs with Toasted Coconut Butter to our house. YUM!

Everyone loves those famous egg-shaped peanut butter cups, so I knew I had to figure out a way to make an alternative that was Paleo and allergen-free (aka no peanuts!). And, ala Homemade easter candy style. Then, boom, it hit me — toasted coconut butter would be perfect. I’m so excited to share this Chocolate Easter Eggs recipe with all of you just in time for Easter!

Featuring easily one of my all-time favorite recipes — toasted coconut butter — along with coconut flour, maple syrup, perfectly set chocolate, and toasted coconut flakes, this is a sweet treat the entire family will love any time of year, but especially in the spring!

Key Ingredients

• Coconut Flour — This gluten-free flour option complements the toasted coconut butter, but you could use almond flour, if preferred.
• Toasted Coconut Butter — This is the secret ingredient for my Chocolate Easter Eggs! Forget peanut butter filling; this allergen-friendly alternative will be your new favorite “no-nut” butter!
• Maple Syrup — Opt for pure maple syrup, when possible, for the nutritional benefits and because it’s a natural, whole sugar.
• Baking Chocolate Chips — I used HU gems, but you could also use chopped dark chocolate. Opt for high-quality and low-sugar, it makes a difference, especially for achieving that snap after it has set! *For AIP (non-chocolate option), use 1/4 cup carob powder for AIP mixed in 1 Tbsp melted coconut oil.
• Toasted Coconut Shavings — As a garnish! Flakey sea salt and a chocolate drizzle would also be divine.

Get my roundup of over 25 Gluten-free Dairy-free desserts that blog readers love! Everything from paleo brownies made with squash to nut-free coffee cake.

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How To Make Chocolate Easter Eggs with No Nuts

1. Make the Coconut Filling — Add coconut flour, toasted coconut butter, and maple syrup to a food processor. Pulse until crumbly, and then check the mixture with a tablespoon or with your hands to make sure it can form a ball. Check out my tips below if it’s not quite the right consistency.
2. Prep Your Pan — Line a baking sheet, plate, or platter with parchment paper to keep chocolate Easter eggs from sticking. Make sure it fits in your fridge first!
3. Mold the Easter Eggs — Scoop a tablespoon of the coconut filling mixture, and pack the mixture tightly into the spoon so it takes the shape of an egg using your hand. Slide the Easter egg filling out onto a parchment lined tray or plate. Continue to create eggs using what’s left of the mixture.
4. Set the Egg Filling and Prepare Chocolate Coating — Add the tray with egg-shaped filling molds to the freezer for 10 minutes or more to set. Meanwhile, melt chocolate chips or chopped chocolate in a microwave safe bowl in 30 second intervals, stirring well in between to prevent burning.
5. Coat Eggs in Chocolate — Using a fork and spoon, drop an egg into the bowl of melted chocolate to fully coat the eggs. Use the fork to pick up the egg flat side down, and shake off the excess chocolate. Place chocolate-covered eggs back onto the lined sheet and optionally sprinkle toasted coconut shavings over top. Add back to the freezer for at least 10 more minutes for the chocolate to set.
6. Serve — Once the chocolate Easter eggs have set, dig in! Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Tips for Success

• If it’s too dry, add more toasted coconut butter.
• If it needs more “stick”, add a little more maple syrup.
• If it’s too wet, add a little more coconut flour!

Variations

• Garnish the coated Chocolate Easter Eggs with a sprinkle of flakey sea salt before placing in the freezer to set. This amps up the chocolate flavor!
• Dust with freeze-dried raspberries. Just pulse in a clean food processor until powdery, then dust over chocolate eggs before placing in the freezer to set.
• Drizzle with melted toasted coconut butter and more chocolate (or white chocolate!)

Storage and Freezing Instructions

• Store in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to eat or serve. These must be kept cold!
• Freeze Chocolate Easter Eggs in an airtight-freezer-safe container or plastic bag (once set) for up to 6 months. Allow to thaw at room temp. or in the fridge overnight before serving.

More Easter Recipes To Try

If you enjoyed these Nut-Free Chocolate Easter Eggs, then you’ll love these other Easter recipes that are perfect for your holiday table:

• Green Shakshuka
• Classic Deviled Eggs
• Smoked Salmon Dip and Spring Crudités Board
• Paleo Carrot Walnut Loaf Cake
• AIP Paleo Coffee Cake
• Tahini Twix Bars