No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls

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No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls

 Description

These rich, bite-sized chocolate peanut butter balls are a no-bake classic made with simple pantry ingredients. They’re creamy on the inside, smooth and chocolatey on the outside, and perfect for holidays, snacks, or make-ahead desserts. No oven required!

Ingredients

Peanut Butter Filling

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened

  • 1½ cups powdered sugar

  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

Chocolate Coating

  • 1½ cups chocolate chips (milk, semi-sweet, or dark)

  • 1 tbsp coconut oil or shortening (for smooth coating)

Instructions

  1. Mix filling:
    In a bowl, combine peanut butter, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth and thick.

  2. Form balls:
    Roll mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined tray.

  3. Chill:
    Refrigerate for 30 minutes (or freeze 15 minutes) until firm.

  4. Melt chocolate:
    Melt chocolate chips and coconut oil in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.

  5. Dip:
    Dip each ball into melted chocolate, coating completely.

  6. Set:
    Place back on parchment and refrigerate until chocolate hardens.

Servings

  • Makes: ~24 balls

  • Serving size: 1 ball

 Nutritional Info (Per Ball – Approx.)

  • Calories: 110

  • Fat: 7g

  • Carbs: 11g

  • Sugar: 9g

  • Protein: 3g

(Values vary by brand)

Health & Lifestyle Notes

✔ No baking required
✔ Make-ahead friendly
✔ Freezer-friendly
✔ Kid-approved
✔ Gluten-free (check labels)

 Tips & Variations

  • Too soft? Add 1–2 tbsp more powdered sugar

  • Too dry? Add 1 tbsp peanut butter

  • Crunchy version: Use crunchy peanut butter

  • Flavor twist: Add a pinch of salt or cinnamon

 Diabetic / Sugar-Free Option

Substitute:

  • Powdered sugar → powdered erythritol or monk fruit blend

  • Chocolate chips → sugar-free chocolate chips

➡️ This reduces sugar dramatically and lowers glycemic impact.

Q & A

Q: Do these need refrigeration?
Yes, store in the fridge up to 7 days.

Q: Can I freeze them?
Absolutely—freeze up to 2 months.

Q: Can I use almond or sunflower butter?
Yes, texture may vary slightly.

Q: Why add coconut oil to chocolate?
It helps create a smoother, shinier coating.

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