Description
Reese’s Peanut Butter Balls are a quick and easy treat that combines creamy peanut butter with a rich chocolate coating. Ready in under 30 minutes, these bite-sized delights feature a smooth, luscious peanut butter filling wrapped in a glossy chocolate shell, perfect for snacks, parties, or homemade gifts.
Ingredients
Scale
Peanut Butter Filling
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup softened butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Chocolate Coating
- 2 cups semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Peanut Butter Mixture: In a large bowl, combine creamy peanut butter, softened butter, and powdered sugar. Mix thoroughly until the texture is smooth but firm enough to shape into balls without crumbling.
- Shape the Balls: Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, portion out the peanut butter mixture. Roll each portion between your palms to form smooth, even-sized balls. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet for easy freezing later.
- Chill Before Dipping: Pop the peanut butter balls into the freezer for at least 15 minutes. Chilling helps them firm up, so the chocolate coating stays neat without melting or cracking.
- Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and a small amount of vegetable oil. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until the mixture is silky smooth and ready for dipping.
- Dip the Peanut Butter Balls: Using a fork or toothpick, dip each chilled peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate. Make sure it’s fully coated, then lift and gently tap off excess chocolate before placing back onto parchment paper.
- Let Chocolate Set: Allow the dipped Reese’s Peanut Butter Balls to sit at room temperature or refrigerate until the chocolate hardens completely before serving or storing.
Notes
- Use room temperature peanut butter for easier mixing and a smoother filling.
- Don’t skip chilling the balls before dipping to prevent melting and cracking.
- A small amount of vegetable oil thins the chocolate for a better coating.
- Work quickly when dipping to keep the balls from warming and losing shape.
- Store in a cool, dry place to keep treats fresh and prevent chocolate bloom.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: peanut butter balls, Reese's peanut butter balls, no-bake peanut butter treats, chocolate peanut butter snacks, gluten free dessert
