Description
🍫✨ Indulge in these rich, chocolate-dipped Peanut Butter Balls – a no-bake treat that’s perfect for holidays, gift-giving, or satisfying your sweet tooth! ✨🥜
🎁❄️ With a creamy, nutty center and a smooth chocolate coating, they’re easy to make, freezer-friendly, and taste just like Reese’s – a must-try delight! ❄️🍬
Ingredients
Creamy peanut butter
Butter (softened)
Powdered sugar
Vanilla extract
(Optional) Graham cracker crumbs
(Optional) Rice cereal
Semi-sweet chocolate or candy melts
(Optional) Sprinkles for decoration
(Optional) Additional chocolate for drizzling
(Optional) Vegetable oil for thinning chocolate
Instructions
1. Soften butter to room temperature.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.
3. Mix until smooth and well combined.
4. If desired, add optional ingredients like graham cracker crumbs or rice cereal for texture.
5. Roll the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
6. Place the peanut butter balls on a lined baking sheet.
7. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
8. Melt semi-sweet chocolate or candy melts in a microwave or double boiler.
9. Add a little vegetable oil if the chocolate needs thinning for easier dipping.
10. Use forks or dipping tools to dip each peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate.
11. Let excess chocolate drip off before placing dipped balls back on the lined baking sheet.
12. Optionally, decorate with sprinkles or drizzle with additional melted chocolate.
13. Chill again until the chocolate coating is fully set.
14. Store peanut butter balls in the refrigerator for up to 1-2 weeks or freeze for up to 1 month.
15. Serve and enjoy as a rich, no-bake treat perfect for holidays or gift-giving.
Notes
Use processed peanut butter instead of natural varieties to get a smoother texture and prevent the mixture from becoming too oily or dry.
Chill the peanut butter balls before dipping them in chocolate to help them hold their shape and make coating easier.
Add a small amount of vegetable oil to melted chocolate to create a smoother consistency for dipping.
- Prep Time: 30
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American