No-Bake Peanut Butter Balls – Don’t LOSE this Recipe
Ingredients:
For the Peanut Butter Mixture:
1 1/2 cups creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups powdered sugar
For the Chocolate Coating:
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 teaspoons coconut oil or shortening (optional, for smoother melting)
Directions:
In a large mixing bowl, beat together the peanut butter, softened butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until a thick, dough-like consistency forms.
Roll tablespoon-sized portions of the peanut butter mixture into balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Refrigerate the balls for at least 30 minutes, or until firm.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until smooth.
Using a fork or dipping tool, dip each peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, letting the excess drip off.
Place the coated balls back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
Refrigerate the coated peanut butter balls for 20-30 minutes, or until the chocolate is fully set.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Chilling Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes
Kcal: 170 kcal per ball | Servings: 24 balls
Tips:
For added texture, mix crushed pretzels or rice cereal into the peanut butter mixture.
Drizzle white chocolate over the coated balls for a decorative finish
