Who says Easter (or any day, really) needs to be filled with refined sugar and mystery ingredients? If you're craving a sweet treat but want to keep it gluten-free, dairy-free, low-tox, and packed with simple, wholesome ingredients, these homemade almond butter eggs are for you. They're creamy, chocolatey, and naturally sweetened—without the junk found in store-bought versions.
Why You’ll Love These Almond Butter Eggs
- Gluten-Free & Low-Tox – No hidden additives or preservatives.
- Naturally Sweetened – Uses maple syrup for the filling.
- Healthy Fats & Protein – Almond butter provides a nutrient boost.
- Simple to Make – Just a handful of ingredients and no baking required!
Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup almond butter (make sure it's just almonds and maybe a pinch of salt!)
- 2 tablespoons coconut flour (helps with texture and allows you to shape the eggs)
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- A pinch of sea salt
- 1 cup Enjoy Life chocolate chips
- 3/4 teaspoon coconut oil
- optional Maldron Salt to finish chocolate eggs
Instructions:
- Make the Filling: In a bowl, mix the almond butter, coconut flour, maple syrup, and sea salt until a thick dough forms.
- Shape the Eggs: Scoop the mixture and shape with your hands into egg shapes. I like to use two scoops for jumbo eggs and one cookie scoop for smaller eggs. Place them on a parchment-lined tray. Freeze for about 20-30 minutes to firm up.
- Melt the Chocolate: In a heatproof bowl, melt the chocolate chips with the coconut oil over a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second intervals. Stir often until melted.
- Coat the Eggs: Flip the egg over and spread some chcolate on the backside. It will set quickly. Once set flip over and spread chocolate over the top and let it drizzle down the sides to coat completely. Place on the parchment paper with the backside down and drizzle additional chocolate and sprinkle with Maldron flake salt to finish of the eggs.
- Set and Enjoy: Freeze or refrigerate until the chocolate hardens. Store in an airtight container in the fridge.
Customization Ideas:
- Swap almond butter for peanut butter, cashew butter, or sunflower seed butter.
- Add a sprinkle of flaky sea salt on top for a sweet-salty contrast.
Making the Switch to Healthier Treats
These almond butter eggs prove that you don’t have to sacrifice flavor to make healthier choices. They satisfy your sweet tooth without the artificial ingredients, excess sugar, or gluten. Whether you make them for Easter or just because, they’re a fun and delicious way to embrace a cleaner, low-tox lifestyle.
Try them out and let me know—are you team almond butter or peanut butter?
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