Description
These 3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Balls with cream cheese are simple yet indulgent. The combination of creamy peanut butter and tangy cream cheese, combined with powdered sugar, creates a sweet, smooth treat that’s hard to resist. With minimal effort and a short chilling time, these peanut butter balls are perfect for when you need a quick, delicious dessert or snack. They’re rich, creamy, and utterly satisfying – a must-try for peanut butter lovers!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the Mixture:
In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and peanut butter until smooth and creamy using an electric mixer or a whisk. Make sure everything is thoroughly combined for a smooth base. - Add the Powdered Sugar:
Gradually add the powdered sugar into the peanut butter and cream cheese mixture. Mix until fully combined and a thick dough forms. The dough should be easy to handle. - Form the Balls:
Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls using your hands or a small cookie scoop. Place each ball onto a lined baking sheet. - Chill and Serve:
Place the peanut butter balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up. Once chilled, they are ready to serve!
Notes
- Storage: Keep any leftover peanut butter balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- Customize the Coating: If you like, you can roll the peanut butter balls in crushed nuts, sprinkles, or mini chocolate chips for added texture and flavor.
- Vegan Option: Use a dairy-free cream cheese alternative for a vegan version of these peanut butter balls.
- Size Adjustment: You can make these peanut butter balls smaller or larger, just be sure to adjust the chilling time accordingly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert, Snack, No-Bake Treats
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg