Easy Holiday Peanut Butter Balls with Chocolate Drizzle Recipe
These Peanut Butter Balls are a quick and easy holiday classic made with just four simple ingredients. Creamy or crunchy peanut butter is combined with softened butter and powdered sugar, then shaped into bite-sized balls and dipped in smooth melting chocolate. Perfect for festive cookie trays, dessert tables, or as thoughtful homemade gifts, these treats can be customized with drizzled chocolate or colorful toppings like sprinkles, candy canes, or nuts for added flair.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 24 peanut butter balls 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Peanut Butter Ball Mixture
- 1 cup creamy or crunchy peanut butter
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ¾ cups powdered sugar
Chocolate Coating
- 8 ounces melting chocolate (such as almond bark, melting wafers, or block chocolate)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, thoroughly stir or beat together the peanut butter, softened butter, and powdered sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring the powdered sugar is fully incorporated.
- Shape the Balls: Using a 1 ½ inch portion scoop, form the mixture into balls by rolling between your hands. Place the formed peanut butter balls onto a parchment paper-lined tray.
- Chill: Refrigerate the peanut butter balls for 15-20 minutes until they are firm to the touch, making them easier to dip.
- Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate in 30-second increments, stirring well each time to avoid burning, until the chocolate is smooth and creamy.
- Dip and Coat: Remove the peanut butter balls from the fridge. Using a fork, dip each ball into the melted chocolate to coat fully. Place the coated balls back onto the parchment paper. Repeat until all balls are coated.
- Set the Chocolate: Allow the chocolate coating to fully set before serving. You can refrigerate them briefly to speed up the setting process.
Notes
- Storage Information: Store leftover peanut butter balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- They freeze well for up to 3 months. When freezing, layer with wax paper between the peanut butter balls to prevent them from sticking together. Thaw before serving.
- Chocolate Options: Use almond bark, melting wafers, melting chocolate, or block chocolate. For chocolate chips, add 1 teaspoon of shortening, coconut oil, or vegetable oil to ensure smooth melting.
Keywords: Peanut Butter Balls, Holiday Treats, No-Bake Desserts, Easy Peanut Butter Recipes, Chocolate Dipped
