These creamy, chocolate-coated peanut butter balls are irresistibly rich and made with just four simple ingredients. Perfect for holiday treats, parties, or an indulgent snack, they’re easy to make and unbelievably good!
Author:Laura
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:30minutes
Total Time:50 minutes
Yield:24 balls 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:No-bake
Cuisine:American
Ingredients
Scale
8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
1 cup (240g) creamy peanut butter
1 cup (125g) powdered sugar
1 cup (200g) chocolate (milk, dark, or white), melted
Instructions
Mix the Base:
In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and peanut butter together until smooth and creamy.
Add Sweetness:
Add the powdered sugar to the mixture and mix until fully combined, forming a thick, moldable dough.
Shape the Balls:
Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate the balls for 20-30 minutes to firm up.
Melt the Chocolate:
While the balls are chilling, melt the chocolate of your choice in a microwave or using a double boiler until smooth.
Dip the Balls:
Remove the chilled balls from the refrigerator. Using a fork or dipping tool, dip each ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated. Gently tap to remove excess chocolate.
Set and Chill:
Place the coated balls back on the parchment-lined tray. Refrigerate until the chocolate hardens, about 15-20 minutes.
Optional Decoration:
For a festive touch, dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with extra melted chocolate before chilling.
Serve:
Once set, serve these delightful peanut butter balls chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Notes
For a crunchy texture, substitute crunchy peanut butter or add finely chopped nuts to the mixture.
Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.
Store the balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 1 month.