Peanut Butter Balls Recipe

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5

121 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Chill

    45 mins

  • Total Time

    55 mins

  • Servings

    14

  • Calories

    294 kcal

  • Course

    Dessert

  • Cuisine

    American

Peanut Butter Balls Recipe

Peanut Butter Balls combine creamy peanut butter, softened butter, and powdered sugar into a dough that is chilled and shaped into bite-sized spheres. These are then coated with melted chocolate candy coating and topped with sprinkles, resulting in a sweet, smooth exterior with a rich, dense peanut butter center. The chilling steps help the balls maintain their shape, making them ideal treats for parties, gifts, or casual snacking.

Description

The Peanut Butter Balls Recipe features a blend of creamy peanut butter and softened butter mixed with powdered sugar to create a smooth, pliable dough. After forming the dough into one-inch balls and chilling them, the balls are dipped in melted chocolate candy coating that solidifies to a glossy finish. Sprinkles add a decorative touch before a final chill to set the coating. The contrast between the firm chocolate shell and the soft, sweet peanut butter interior creates a satisfying texture.

These treats are straightforward to prepare and do not require baking, making them convenient confections for multiple occasions. They can be served as dessert bites or festive sweets during holidays. The recipe’s simplicity allows flexibility in coatings and toppings according to taste or presentation preferences.

Proper chilling times are important to ensure the peanut butter balls hold shape during the coating process. Melting the candy coating gently, such as with a double boiler, helps avoid burning and maintains a smooth melting consistency.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • ½ cup peanut butter creamy
  • 3 tablespoons butter softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 pound chocolate candy coating
  • Sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Combine peanut butter, butter, and sugar in a bowl mixing until dough forms.
  2. Shape into 1-inch balls and place on a baking sheet lined with wax paper. Chill for 30 minutes.
  3. When done chilling, melt candy coating until smooth and dip balls coating with candy until smooth and all over.
  4. Place back on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet, sprinkle with sprinkles, and chill for an additional 15-20 minutes.

Notes

  • Store peanut butter balls in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days, refrigerated for up to 10 days, or frozen for 1-2 months.
  • For melting candy coating, follow package instructions or use a double boiler to prevent burning and ensure smooth coating.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 14g Calories 294kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 33g (11%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 16g (25%) Saturated Fat 12g (60%) Trans Fat 1g (50%) Cholesterol 6mg (2%) Sodium 73mg (3%) Potassium 61mg (1%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 32g (64%) Vitamin A 75IU (2%) Calcium 5mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 14Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 294 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 14g
Calories 294kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 33g 11%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 16g 25%
Saturated Fat 12g 60%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 6mg 2%
Sodium 73mg 3%
Potassium 61mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 32g 64%
Vitamin A 75IU 2%
Calcium 5mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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