Easy Peanut Butter Balls Recipe ๐ฅ๐ซ
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 24 balls
Description:
Indulge in the delightful taste of these Easy Peanut Butter Balls โ a perfect blend of creamy peanut butter, sweetness, and chocolatey goodness! Whether you’re craving a quick snack or planning a party treat, these delectable bites are sure to satisfy your taste buds. Plus, they’re vegan-friendly and kid-approved!
Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup margarine
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 8 ounces chocolate chips
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a medium bowl, combine peanut butter, margarine, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar. Using your hands, knead the mixture until a smooth dough forms. |
| 2 | Shape the dough into half-inch balls and place them on a tray lined with wax paper. Transfer the tray to the freezer and let the balls freeze for at least one hour, or until firm. |
| 3 | Meanwhile, melt the chocolate chips in the microwave. Heat them in 20-second intervals, stirring in between each interval, until the chocolate is smooth and fully melted. |
| 4 | Once the peanut butter balls are firm, insert a toothpick into each ball and dip them into the melted chocolate, ensuring they are evenly coated. |
| 5 | Return the chocolate-coated balls to the wax paper-lined tray and place them back in the freezer to set the chocolate coating. |
| 6 | Once the chocolate has hardened, remove the toothpicks and transfer the peanut butter balls to an airtight container. Store them in the freezer until ready to serve. |
| 7 | Enjoy these delightful Easy Peanut Butter Balls straight from the freezer whenever you need a sweet and satisfying treat! |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 139.1
- Fat: 8.8g
- Saturated Fat: 2.9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 60.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 15.1g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 13.2g
- Protein: 2.4g
Recipe Notes:
- Feel free to customize these peanut butter balls by adding chopped nuts, coconut flakes, or sprinkles to the chocolate coating for extra flavor and texture.
- If you’re short on time, you can skip the freezing step and simply chill the peanut butter balls in the refrigerator until firm before dipping them in chocolate.
- These Easy Peanut Butter Balls can be stored in the freezer for up to one month, making them perfect for meal prep or last-minute party planning. Simply thaw them for a few minutes before serving, or enjoy them straight from the freezer for a refreshing treat.
