Description
Delicious and easy no-bake peanut butter balls coated in rich semi-sweet chocolate, perfect for a quick dessert or snack. These creamy treats combine peanut butter, powdered sugar, and smooth chocolate for a satisfying sweet bite that’s gluten-free and ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
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)
Instructions
- Prepare the Peanut Butter Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the creamy peanut butter, softened unsalted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Gradually add in the powdered sugar, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens into a dough-like consistency that can be easily rolled.
- Form the Balls and Chill: Roll the peanut butter mixture into 1-inch balls and place them evenly spaced on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate or freeze the balls for about 30 minutes until they are firm and hold their shape.
- Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips with the optional coconut oil or shortening in 30-second intervals. Stir between each interval to achieve a smooth, glossy chocolate coating without overheating.
- Coat the Peanut Butter Balls: Using a fork or toothpick, dip each chilled peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, allowing the excess chocolate to drip back into the bowl. Place each coated ball back onto the lined baking sheet.
- Set the Chocolate and Serve: Once all the peanut butter balls are coated, chill them in the refrigerator for 20 to 30 minutes until the chocolate hardens. Serve these treats chilled or at room temperature for a delightful dessert.
Notes
- For added texture, stir in 1/4 cup crushed graham crackers or rice cereal into the peanut butter mixture before rolling.
- Drizzle with melted white chocolate for a decorative touch.
- Store the peanut butter balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- These treats can also be frozen for longer storage; thaw before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
