Description
Indulge in these decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Candies that are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. Creamy peanut butter centers are coated in rich chocolate for a delightful treat.
Ingredients
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Peanut Butter Filling:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Chocolate Coating:
- 2 cups semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or shortening (optional, for smoother coating)
Instructions
- Prepare Peanut Butter Filling: In a medium bowl, mix together peanut butter, softened butter, salt, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually stir in powdered sugar to form a stiff dough.
- Shape and Chill: Roll mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes until firm.
- Coat with Chocolate: Melt chocolate chips and coconut oil in the microwave in 30-second intervals. Dip chilled peanut butter balls into the melted chocolate using a fork, tapping off excess. Place on parchment paper and repeat with remaining candies.
- Set and Serve: Refrigerate dipped candies for 15–20 minutes until set. Enjoy!
Notes
- Store candies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze for longer storage.
- You can use crunchy peanut butter for added texture.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes (for melting chocolate)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 candy
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
