Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls
These 4-Ingredient Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls are a delightful treat featuring creamy peanut butter and silky chocolate, perfect for gifting or snacking.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter Use creamy for the smoothest texture.
- 3 Tbsp salted butter, softened Ensure it's soft but not melted.
- 1 cup powdered sugar Sift if lumpy.
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Dark chocolate can be used for less sweetness.
- 1 Tbsp vegetable shortening or coconut oil Optional for smoother chocolate.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter and softened salted butter.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar to the peanut butter mixture, stirring until fully incorporated.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for about 15 minutes.
- Roll the chilled mixture into 1-inch balls and arrange them on a lined baking sheet.
- Melt the chocolate chips according to package instructions, adding shortening or coconut oil for smoothness.
- Dip each ball into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off.
- Refrigerate until the chocolate is firm and set, for at least 30 minutes.
Notes
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature, 2 weeks in the refrigerator, or freeze for up to 3 months. Consider variations like adding finely chopped peanuts or using sunflower seed butter for allergies.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8g
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