Description
Classic no-bake peanut butter balls made with creamy peanut butter and coated in chocolate—an easy, bite-sized treat perfect for holidays or snacking.
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups chocolate chips (milk, dark, or semi-sweet)
- 1 tbsp coconut oil or shortening (for melting chocolate)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix peanut butter, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Roll mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined tray.
- Freeze for 20–30 minutes until firm.
- Melt chocolate chips with coconut oil until smooth.
- Dip each peanut butter ball into melted chocolate, coating fully.
- Place back on parchment and let chocolate set at room temperature or refrigerate.
- Store chilled until ready to serve.
Notes
- Freeze balls briefly before dipping for cleaner coating.
- Use a fork or toothpick to dip easily.
- Sprinkle sea salt on top before chocolate sets for contrast.
- Store in the fridge up to 1 week or freeze up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American