Description
Sweet, nostalgic Peanut Butter Balls dance with creamy richness and chocolate coating, creating a classic no-bake treat that connects generations. Homemade comfort melts seamlessly, promising pure joy with each delectable bite you savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Peanut Butter Base:
- 2 cups creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Coating:
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp vegetable shortening
Extras:
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together peanut butter and softened butter until smooth and well-combined.
- Gradually incorporate powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt, stirring until the mixture forms a dense, pliable dough that holds its shape.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to firm up, making it easier to handle.
- Roll the chilled mixture into uniform small balls, approximately 1-inch in diameter, placing them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Return the formed balls to the refrigerator for another 15 minutes to ensure they maintain their shape during coating.
- Melt chocolate chips and vegetable shortening together in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds until completely smooth and glossy.
- Using a fork or dipping tool, carefully submerge each chilled peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Gently tap the fork to remove excess chocolate, then place the coated balls back on the parchment-lined sheet.
- Refrigerate the chocolate-covered balls for 10-15 minutes, or until the chocolate sets completely.
- Store the finished peanut butter balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
- Chill the mixture thoroughly to prevent sticking and make rolling easier, ensuring smooth ball formation.
- Use room temperature ingredients for seamless blending and consistent texture without lumps.
- Choose high-quality chocolate with at least 60% cocoa for richer, more sophisticated flavor profile.
- Replace powdered sugar with monk fruit sweetener for a low-carb, diabetic-friendly alternative that maintains sweetness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Rolling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg