Crunchy Peanut Butter Golf Balls: Sweet & Easy Holiday Treats
Golf Balls Recipe 🏌️♂️🍫
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Yield: 24-36 1-inch peanut butter balls
Description
This delightful recipe comes from a cherished source—a fundraiser cookbook by the wonderful ladies in our retirement park. 🌟 They’re a delightful mix of sweet, crunchy, and creamy, perfect for any occasion! ⛳️ These “Golf Balls” are a breeze to prepare and are especially delightful on Christmas trays. But let’s be honest, they’re fantastic any time of the year! Whether you consider them candies or cookies, one thing is for sure: they’re made with love, peanut butter, and Rice Krispies, resulting in a delightful treat that’s hard to resist! 🍬🍪
Ingredients
- 3 cups chunky peanut butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup margarine
- 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 (12-ounce) package chocolate chips
Instructions
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a large mixing bowl, combine chunky peanut butter, powdered sugar, margarine, and vanilla extract. 🥜🍯 |
| 2 | Mix these ingredients together until well combined and the mixture holds together. 🥄 |
| 3 | Shape the mixture into 1-inch balls, placing them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. ❄️ |
| 4 | Place the baking sheet in the freezer and allow the balls to freeze for about an hour or until firm. ⏰ |
| 5 | In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips until smooth and creamy. 🍫🔥 |
| 6 | If desired, add paraffin wax to the melted chocolate chips for a glossy finish. Stir until fully combined. |
| 7 | Remove the peanut butter balls from the freezer. Using a fork or toothpick, dip each ball into the chocolate mixture, ensuring it’s fully coated. 🍬 |
| 8 | Place the dipped balls back on the parchment paper-lined baking sheet to set. |
| 9 | Allow the chocolate coating to harden at room temperature, or for a quicker set, place them in the refrigerator. 🌡️ |
| 10 | Once set, serve these delightful Golf Balls on a festive tray, or package them up as sweet gifts for friends and family! 🎁 |
Variations
- Almond Bark Coating: Instead of chocolate chips, melt 1 pound of white almond bark with or without food coloring of your choice. 🎨 You can add drops of food coloring for a fun and colorful twist!
- Flavor Additions: Feel free to get creative with add-ins! Chopped nuts, coconut flakes, or even a sprinkle of sea salt can take these Golf Balls to the next level of deliciousness! 🌰🥥🧂
Serving and Storage
These delightful Golf Balls are best served chilled and can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. 🌬️🍬 They also freeze beautifully, so you can make a batch ahead of time for any occasion! ❄️🎉
Nutritional Information (per serving)
- Calories: 332.8
- Total Fat: 20.7g
- Saturated Fat: 5.3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 206mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 35.5g
- Dietary Fiber: 2.6g
- Sugar: 28.4g
- Protein: 6g
Recipe Notes
- Be sure to use chunky peanut butter for added texture, but creamy peanut butter works just as well if that’s what you have on hand! 🥜
- If the mixture is too sticky to handle, pop it in the fridge for 10-15 minutes to firm up before shaping into balls. 🕒
- For a touch of holiday magic, sprinkle these Golf Balls with festive decorations like colored sugar or edible glitter before the chocolate sets! ✨🎄
Whether you’re making these for a special occasion or just because, these Golf Balls are sure to become a favorite treat! Enjoy the sweet, nutty goodness with each delightful bite! ⛳️🍫
