Payday Balls Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 15 minutes
🥣 Servings: 32 balls
Description:
Indulge in the delightful sweetness of these Payday Balls, a tantalizing treat that combines the rich flavors of white chocolate, peanut butter, marshmallow cream, and crunchy peanuts, all rolled into bite-sized bliss. Perfect for dessert tables, kid-friendly gatherings, or whenever you’re craving a quick and easy snack fix!
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/3 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup marshmallow cream
- 1 cup peanuts
Instructions:
| Step | Details |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a microwave-safe bowl, melt together the white chocolate chips, peanut butter, and marshmallow cream until smooth and well combined. Stir intermittently for even melting. |
| 2 | Once melted, remove the mixture from the microwave and allow it to cool slightly. |
| 3 | Once cooled, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the mixture for about 10 minutes, or until it’s firm enough to handle. |
| 4 | Using a spoon or cookie scoop, portion out the chilled mixture and roll it into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter, using the palms of your hands. Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. |
| 5 | Transfer the baking sheet to the freezer and freeze the balls for about 15 minutes. Chilling them helps to firm them up, making it easier to handle in the next step. |
| 6 | Meanwhile, prepare the caramel coating by melting the caramels according to the package instructions, either in a double boiler or in the microwave. Stir until smooth and creamy. |
| 7 | Once the balls are sufficiently chilled, remove them from the freezer and dip each ball into the melted caramel, using a fork or dipping tool to fully coat them. |
| 8 | Allow any excess caramel to drip off before gently rolling the caramel-coated balls in the crushed peanuts until they’re evenly coated. |
| 9 | Return the coated balls to the parchment-lined baking sheet and let them set in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes, or until the caramel has hardened. |
| 10 | Once set, transfer the Payday Balls to an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Enjoy these irresistible treats whenever you need a sweet pick-me-up! |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 106
- Total Fat: 4.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.9g
- Cholesterol: 1.7mg
- Sodium: 47.6mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 15.7g
- Dietary Fiber: 0.2g
- Sugars: 13.1g
- Protein: 1.6g
Recipe Notes:
- For added flavor and texture, consider drizzling melted chocolate over the chilled balls before serving.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, or freeze for longer storage.
- Experiment with different nut varieties or add-ins, such as chopped pretzels or dried fruit, to customize these Payday Balls to your taste preferences.
