Delicious Homemade Peanut Butter Balls Recipe

Introduction

Peanut Butter Balls are a delicious no-bake treat perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. Creamy peanut butter and powdered sugar come together in a rich filling coated in smooth, melted chocolate. They’re easy to make and great for sharing or gifting.

Ingredients

• 1 cup (283g) creamy peanut butter
• 6 tablespoons (84g) butter
• 2 ¾ cups (311g) powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 package (10 ounces) chocolate melting chocolate (such as Ghirardelli or Candiquik)

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a mixing bowl, cream the peanut butter and butter together using a hand mixer until smooth and combined.
2. Step 2: Gradually add the powdered sugar to the peanut butter mixture and blend well. Stir in the vanilla.
3. Step 3: Line a large cookie sheet with wax paper or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
4. Step 4: Scoop about 1-inch portions of the peanut butter mixture and roll them into balls. Place each ball on the prepared cookie sheet. Repeat until all the mixture is used.
5. Step 5: Refrigerate the peanut butter balls for 20 minutes to allow them to harden.
6. Step 6: Melt the chocolate melting wafers in a microwave-safe bowl by microwaving for 30 seconds, stirring, then heating in additional 10-second intervals as needed until fully melted. Follow package instructions as well.
7. Step 7: Remove the peanut butter balls from the refrigerator. Using a toothpick, dip each ball into the melted chocolate until fully coated, then place back on the lined cookie sheet.
8. Step 8: Let the chocolate harden completely before serving. Store finished peanut butter balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Tips & Variations

• For a crunchier texture, add chopped peanuts or crisped rice cereal to the peanut butter mixture.
• Use dark, milk, or white melting chocolate to change the flavor profile.
• Roll finished balls in sprinkles or crushed nuts before the chocolate sets for added decoration.
• If the peanut butter mixture is too sticky, refrigerate it longer before rolling.

Storage

Store peanut butter balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. To reheat slightly before serving, leave at room temperature for 10–15 minutes to soften the chocolate coating without melting it.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use natural peanut butter for this recipe?

Natural peanut butter can be used, but it may be runnier and affect the texture. If using natural peanut butter, refrigerate the mixture before rolling to firm it up.

Do these need to be refrigerated?

Yes, refrigerating helps the peanut butter balls firm up and keeps the chocolate coating solid. They can be kept in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Delicious Homemade Peanut Butter Balls Recipe

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Delicious and easy-to-make Peanut Butter Balls coated in smooth melted chocolate. These no-bake treats combine creamy peanut butter, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla, rolled into bite-sized balls and dipped in melted chocolate for a perfect sweet snack or dessert.

• Author: Tara
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 5 minutes (for melting chocolate)
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Yield: Approximately 30 peanut butter balls 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Peanut Butter Mixture

• 1 cup (283g) creamy peanut butter
• 6 tablespoons (84g) butter
• 2 ¾ cups (311g) powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Chocolate Coating

• 1 package (10 ounces) chocolate melting wafers (such as Ghirardelli or Candiquik)

Instructions

1. Cream Peanut Butter and Butter: In a mixing bowl, use a hand mixer to cream the peanut butter and butter together until smooth and well combined.
2. Add Powdered Sugar and Vanilla: Gradually add the powdered sugar to the mixture, blending slowly until fully incorporated. Stir in the vanilla extract to add flavor.
3. Prepare Cookie Sheet: Line a large cookie sheet with wax paper or parchment paper to prevent the peanut butter balls from sticking.
4. Form Peanut Butter Balls: Scoop 1-inch portions of the peanut butter mixture and roll each into a smooth ball. Place each ball onto the prepared cookie sheet. Repeat until all the mixture is used.
5. Chill to Harden: Refrigerate the peanut butter balls for 20 minutes to allow them to firm up, making them easier to dip in chocolate.
6. Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate melting wafers. Heat for 30 seconds, stir, then continue melting in 10-second increments, stirring each time, until smooth and fully melted. Follow package directions for best results.
7. Dip Peanut Butter Balls: Remove the chilled peanut butter balls from the refrigerator. Using a toothpick, dip each ball individually into the melted chocolate to coat completely. Set them back on the lined cookie sheet.
8. Let Chocolate Harden: Allow the chocolate-coated peanut butter balls to set and harden completely at room temperature or in the refrigerator before serving.
9. Storage: Store the finished peanut butter balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.

Notes

• To make rolling easier, keep your hands slightly damp or chilled.
• You can substitute creamy peanut butter with natural peanut butter, but the texture might be different.
• For a stronger chocolate flavor, use higher quality chocolate melting wafers.
• Make sure chocolate is not too hot when dipping to prevent melting the peanut butter balls.
• These treats can also be stored in the freezer for longer preservation. Thaw in refrigerator before serving.

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