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Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls Recipe

Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls Recipe


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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 24 balls 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious no-bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls combine creamy peanut butter and smooth chocolate for an irresistible dessert treat. Perfectly sweet and easy to make, these bite-sized snacks are ideal for parties, holidays, or anytime you crave a rich, peanut buttery chocolate delight.


Ingredients

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Peanut Butter Mixture

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups powdered sugar

Chocolate Coating

  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil or shortening (optional, for smoother chocolate coating)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Peanut Butter Dough: In a large bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, softened unsalted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring all ingredients are fully incorporated.
  2. Add Powdered Sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar to the peanut butter mixture, stirring continuously until a thick, dough-like consistency forms that holds together well for shaping.
  3. Shape Balls: Using your hands, roll the dough into 1-inch size balls. Arrange the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them slightly apart to prevent sticking.
  4. Chill Peanut Butter Balls: Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator and chill the peanut butter balls for at least 30 minutes or until they are firm enough for dipping into chocolate.
  5. Melt Chocolate: While the balls chill, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips along with the coconut oil or shortening if using, in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring well between each until the chocolate is completely smooth and melted.
  6. Dip Balls in Chocolate: Using a fork or toothpick, dip each chilled peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate. Tap off any excess chocolate to avoid drips and return the coated balls to the parchment-lined baking sheet.
  7. Set Chocolate Coating: Refrigerate the chocolate-coated peanut butter balls for an additional 30 minutes or until the chocolate is fully set and hardened.

Notes

  • You can substitute almond butter or sunflower seed butter for a nut-free option.
  • For added crunch, mix in crushed rice cereal or chopped nuts into the peanut butter dough before rolling.
  • Store finished balls in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for longer storage to maintain freshness.
  • 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: 45mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg