Description
These irresistible peanut butter balls are a no-bake, easy-to-make treat combining creamy peanut butter, smooth chocolate coating, and a sweet powdered sugar base. Perfect for holidays or anytime you crave a delicious bite-sized dessert.
Ingredients
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Peanut Butter Mixture
- 1 1/2 cups creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 cups powdered sugar
Chocolate Coating
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp shortening or coconut oil (for melting chocolate)
Instructions
- Prepare the Peanut Butter Dough: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the peanut butter, softened butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing thoroughly until a thick dough forms that holds together well.
- Shape the Balls: Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of the dough and roll each into a smooth ball with your hands. Place the balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet to prevent sticking.
- Chill the Balls: Refrigerate the peanut butter balls for 30 to 60 minutes until they are firm and chilled enough to handle for dipping.
- Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips together with shortening or coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring in between to ensure a smooth, glossy chocolate coating.
- Dip the Peanut Butter Balls: Using a fork or toothpick, dip each chilled peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate. Allow excess chocolate to drip off before returning each ball to the parchment-lined sheet.
- Set the Coating: Once all balls are coated, place them back in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes until the chocolate hardens completely.
- Serve: Enjoy your peanut butter balls chilled or at room temperature for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use crunchy peanut butter instead of creamy for extra texture.
- These peanut butter balls freeze very well; store them in an airtight container for up to 2 months.
- For a festive touch, drizzle with melted white chocolate or sprinkle with sea salt before the chocolate coating sets.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
