Ingredients
1/4 cup butter, softened3/4 cup chunky peanut butter1-1/2 to 2 cups confectioners’ sugar, divided1 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts2 cups semisweet chocolate chips2 tablespoons shortening
Preparation
In a large bowl, cream the butter and peanut butter until fluffy. Gradually add 1 cup confectioners’ sugar and mix well. Stir in coconut and nuts.
Turn peanut butter mixture onto a surface lightly dusted with some of the remaining confectioners’ sugar; knead in enough of the remaining confectioners’ sugar until mixture holds its shape when formed. Shape into small egg-shaped pieces. Cover and chill for 1 hour.
In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip eggs; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set. Chill.
