No-Bake Peanut Butter Balls
No-Bake Peanut Butter Balls are a delightful treat that everyone loves. They are easy to make and require no oven! Made with creamy peanut butter and dipped in chocolate, these bites of joy are perfect for any occasion
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 teaspoons coconut oil or shortening optional, for smoother melting
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together the peanut butter, softened butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and mix until a thick, dough-like consistency forms.
- Roll tablespoon-sized portions of the peanut butter mixture into balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate the balls for at least 30 minutes, or until firm.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval until smooth.
- Using a fork or dipping tool, dip each peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, letting the excess drip off.
- Place the coated balls back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate the coated peanut butter balls for 20-30 minutes, or until the chocolate is fully set.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.