Description
Delicious and easy-to-make Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls that combine creamy peanut butter with a rich chocolate coating. This no-bake treat is perfect for holidays or anytime you crave a sweet, nutty snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Peanut Butter Mixture
- 1½ cups chunky or creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Chocolate Coating
- 12 oz bag of chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons paraffin wax, grated (optional, omit if using candy melts)
Optional
- Sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- Prepare the peanut butter mixture: In a large bowl, combine the peanut butter, softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are fully incorporated and form a dough-like consistency suitable for shaping.
- Form the balls: Shape the peanut butter mixture into 25 evenly sized balls. Place them on a flat surface or tray in preparation for dipping.
- Melt the chocolate coating: Using a double boiler method, bring a pot of water to a rolling boil and place a heatproof bowl over it. Add the chocolate chips and grated paraffin wax (if using) to the bowl. Stir continuously until the chocolate and wax are completely melted and smooth. If substituting with candy melts, omit the paraffin wax and follow the package instructions for melting.
- Dip the peanut butter balls: Using a spoon, carefully dip each peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate until fully coated. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off, then place the coated balls onto a rimmed sheet pan lined with wax or parchment paper.
- Add decorations and chill: If desired, sprinkle the chocolate-covered balls with holiday-themed sprinkles or drizzle with melted white chocolate for decoration. Place the tray in the freezer and let the balls harden for about 30 minutes.
Notes
- Storage: Store peanut butter balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- Freezing: Freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months to maintain freshness.
- Wax Alternative: Paraffin wax helps harden the chocolate coating, but if using candy melts, you can omit this ingredient and follow melting instructions on the package.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
