Description
Indulge in these irresistible Peanut Butter Balls that are easy to make and perfect for any occasion. Creamy peanut butter centers coated in rich chocolate make for a delightful treat.
Ingredients
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For the Peanut Butter Balls:
- 1 1/2 cups creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups powdered sugar
For the Chocolate Coating:
- 3 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons shortening or coconut oil
Instructions
- Mix Peanut Butter Mixture: In a large bowl, combine peanut butter, softened butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add Powdered Sugar: Gradually mix in powdered sugar until a thick dough forms.
- Form Balls: Roll mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a lined baking sheet. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and shortening in intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Coat Peanut Butter Balls: Dip each ball into the melted chocolate, coating evenly, and return to the sheet.
- Set Chocolate: Refrigerate until chocolate is set, approximately 1 hour.
Notes
- For variety, drizzle with white chocolate or sprinkle with crushed peanuts before the coating sets.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
