The Absolute Best and Easiest Peanut Butter Balls
Indulge in the perfect no-bake treat with "The Absolute Best and Easiest Peanut Butter Balls," a simple yet irresistible dessert that’s great for any occasion. Combining creamy peanut butter, buttery graham cracker crumbs, and a touch of sweetness from powdered sugar, these bite-sized delights are coated in a luscious layer of melted semi-sweet chocolate for that perfect balance of rich and sweet. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep and requiring no oven time, this beginner-friendly recipe is ideal for quick holiday treats, party platters, or satisfying your sweet-tooth cravings. Plus, the addition of coconut oil in the chocolate coating ensures a smooth, glossy finish that makes these peanut butter balls look as good as they taste. Store them in the fridge, and you’ll have a ready-to-enjoy dessert bursting with creamy, chocolatey goodness!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (or shortening)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter and unsalted butter. Mix until smooth and fully combined.
Step 2
Add the powdered sugar and graham cracker crumbs to the bowl. Stir until the mixture forms a thick and pliable dough-like consistency.
Step 3
Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 4
Chill the peanut butter balls in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes, or until firm.
Step 5
While the peanut butter balls are chilling, melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second increments, stirring thoroughly in between, until smooth and fully melted.
Step 6
Remove the chilled peanut butter balls from the refrigerator. Using a fork or dipping tool, dip each ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off.
Step 7
Place the chocolate-coated balls back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
Step 8
Refrigerate the coated peanut butter balls for another 15-20 minutes, or until the chocolate is set.
Step 9
Once the chocolate has hardened, the peanut butter balls are ready to serve! Keep them stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (922.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4576.0 |
| Total Fat 260.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 107.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 124mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1769.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 554.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 34.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 422.3g | |
| Protein 84.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 222.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1678.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories