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Chocolate-Dipped Peanut Butter Balls Recipe

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 24 peanut butter balls 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Delicious and easy 4-ingredient peanut butter balls coated in rich semi-sweet chocolate. Perfectly creamy and sweet with a smooth chocolate shell, these no-bake treats are ideal for quick homemade snacks or parties.

Ingredients

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Peanut Butter Mixture

  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 3 Tbsp salted butter, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar

Chocolate Coating

  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 Tbsp vegetable shortening or coconut oil (optional, for smoother melting)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Peanut Butter Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter and softened salted butter. Gradually stir in the powdered sugar until fully incorporated and a dough forms. Cover the dough and refrigerate for about 15 minutes to firm up for easier handling.
  2. Shape the Balls: Using your hands, roll the chilled dough into 1-inch balls. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment or wax paper. Cover the balls and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to help them hold their shape for dipping.
  3. Melt the Chocolate: Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips according to package instructions, optionally stirring in the vegetable shortening or coconut oil to create a smoother, shinier dip.
  4. Coat the Peanut Butter Balls: Using a fork, dip each peanut butter ball one at a time into the melted chocolate, letting the excess drip off. Place the coated balls back onto the wax paper. Cover and refrigerate until the chocolate hardens and the peanut butter balls are set, ready to serve.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter for easier mixing and smoother dough.
  • Vegetable shortening or coconut oil helps the melted chocolate coat more smoothly and harden with a nice shine.
  • Store the peanut butter balls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
  • These treats can also be frozen for longer storage.
  • Adjust powdered sugar to taste if you prefer a sweeter or less sweet filling.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 ball
  • Calories: 110
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 55mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

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