Here’s a classic No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls recipe—easy, rich, and perfect for snacking or gifting 🍫🥜
No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1½–2 cups powdered sugar (to taste/consistency)
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1–2 tbsp coconut oil or shortening (for smooth coating)
Instructions
- Mix the filling:
In a bowl, stir together peanut butter, melted butter, and vanilla.
Gradually mix in powdered sugar until the mixture is thick and rollable. - Form balls:
Roll into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Freeze for 20–30 minutes until firm. - Melt chocolate:
Microwave chocolate chips with coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. - Dip:
Dip each peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate. Return to parchment. - Set:
Refrigerate until chocolate is firm (about 20 minutes).
Tips & Variations
- Crunchy: Use crunchy peanut butter or mix in crushed graham crackers.
- Healthier twist: Use natural peanut butter + maple syrup instead of powdered sugar.
- Decorate: Drizzle with white chocolate or sprinkle sea salt on top.
- Storage: Keep refrigerated up to 1 week or freeze up to 2 months.
If you want a Buckeyes-style version, no powdered sugar, or a kid-friendly allergy-safe alternative, just say the word!
