PEANUT BUTTER BALLS
These Peanut Butter Balls are a classic no-bake treat that's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. They're perfect for a quick snack, dessert, or holiday treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs (or vanilla wafer crumbs)
- ½ cup chocolate chips (for dipping)
- Optional: Sprinkles, chopped nuts, or other toppings
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and peanut butter until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until well combined.
- Stir in crumbs: Stir in the graham cracker crumbs (or vanilla wafer crumbs) until the mixture is evenly distributed.
- Form the balls: Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls.
- Chill: Place the peanut butter balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or wax paper. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow them to firm up.
- Melt chocolate: While the balls are chilling, melt the chocolate chips in a double boiler or microwave (in 30-second intervals, stirring in between) until smooth.
- Dip the balls: Dip each chilled peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, coating it completely. You can use a fork or toothpick to help with dipping.
- Add toppings (optional): Before the chocolate sets, you can add sprinkles, chopped nuts, or other toppings.
- Set: Place the chocolate-covered peanut butter balls back on the prepared baking sheet and refrigerate for another 30 minutes to allow the chocolate to set completely.
- Serve: Serve the peanut butter balls chilled.
Notes
- Peanut Butter: You can use creamy or crunchy peanut butter, depending on your preference.
- Crumbs: Graham cracker crumbs or vanilla wafer crumbs both work well.
- Chocolate: You can use milk chocolate, dark chocolate, or white chocolate for dipping.
- Dipping: For easier dipping, you can use dipping tools or even just two forks.
- Storage: Store the peanut butter balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will keep for several days.