Description
Delicious and easy-to-make no-bake peanut butter balls coated in rich semi-sweet chocolate. Perfect as a sweet treat or dessert that requires no oven time, these peanut butter balls combine creamy peanut butter, butter, and powdered sugar, then are dipped in melted chocolate for an irresistible finish.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups powdered sugar
Chocolate Coating
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 teaspoons coconut oil or shortening (optional, for smoother melting)
Instructions
- Prepare the Peanut Butter Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the peanut butter, softened butter, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring all ingredients are well combined.
- Add Powdered Sugar: Gradually mix in the powdered sugar, stirring continuously until a thick, dough-like consistency forms that is easy to shape but firm enough to hold its shape.
- Shape the Balls: Roll tablespoon-sized portions of the peanut butter mixture into balls using your hands and place them evenly spaced on a parchment-lined baking sheet to prevent sticking.
- Chill to Firm Up: Refrigerate the shaped balls for 30 minutes or until they are firm enough to dip into chocolate without losing shape.
- Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips with the coconut oil (or shortening, if using) and melt in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each interval until the mixture is completely smooth and glossy.
- Dip the Peanut Butter Balls: Using a fork or dipping tool, fully dip each peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, letting any excess drip back into the bowl, then place the coated balls back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate to Set Chocolate: Chill the chocolate-coated peanut butter balls in the refrigerator for 20 to 30 minutes or until the chocolate coating is set and firm.
- Storage: Store the finished peanut butter balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will keep fresh for up to one week and are best served chilled.
Notes
- For easier dipping, chill the peanut butter balls until firm before coating in chocolate.
- Coconut oil is optional but helps achieve a smoother, shinier chocolate coating.
- You can substitute semi-sweet chocolate chips with dark or milk chocolate chips depending on your taste preference.
- Make sure to use parchment paper or a silicone mat to avoid sticking.
- If you prefer, you can freeze the peanut butter balls for longer storage; thaw before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
