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4-Ingredient Peanut Butter Balls Recipe

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These 4-ingredient Peanut Butter Balls are a quick and easy no-bake treat combining creamy peanut butter and chocolate for a deliciously sweet and satisfying snack. Perfect for parties or a simple homemade dessert, they require minimal prep and chill time.

Ingredients

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Peanut Butter Mixture

  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 3 Tbsp salted butter, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar

Chocolate Coating

  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 Tbsp vegetable shortening or coconut oil (optional, for smoother melting)

Instructions

  1. Mix the peanut butter and butter: In a mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter and softened salted butter until smooth and well integrated.
  2. Add powdered sugar: Gradually stir in the powdered sugar until the mixture is fully combined into a dough-like consistency.
  3. Chill the dough: Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes to firm up the mixture.
  4. Shape the balls: Using your hands, form the chilled dough into 1-inch balls. Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with wax paper or parchment paper, cover, and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to help them hold their shape.
  5. Melt the chocolate: Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips according to package instructions; optionally stir in vegetable shortening or coconut oil to create a smoother, glossier coating.
  6. Dip the peanut butter balls: Using a fork, dip each peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, allowing the excess chocolate to drip off before placing them back onto the wax paper.
  7. Chill to set: Cover and refrigerate the chocolate-coated balls until the chocolate hardens and they are ready to serve.

Notes

  • Use creamy peanut butter for a smoother texture.
  • Softened salted butter helps enhance flavor and consistency.
  • Vegetable shortening or coconut oil in the chocolate melts helps achieve a shinier coating.
  • Keep the peanut butter balls chilled to hold their shape during dipping.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

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