Description
These Quick and Easy Peanut Butter Truffles are a sweet, creamy, and irresistible treat that’s perfect for any occasion. Made with just three simple ingredients, they come together in no time and are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. Coated in chocolate and packed with peanut butter goodness, these truffles are sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter (or chunky, if you prefer)
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips (or milk chocolate if preferred)
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter (optional, to smooth the chocolate coating)
Instructions
- Make the Peanut Butter Centers:
In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter and powdered sugar. Stir until the mixture is smooth and the sugar is fully incorporated. The mixture will be thick and dough-like. - Form the Truffles:
Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of the peanut butter mixture and roll it into a ball using your hands. Place the peanut butter balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Continue until all the mixture is used up. - Chill the Peanut Butter Balls:
Refrigerate the peanut butter balls for 30 minutes to 1 hour, or until they firm up. This helps the truffles hold their shape when coating them in chocolate. - Coat the Truffles in Chocolate:
While the peanut butter balls are chilling, melt the chocolate. You can do this by microwaving the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth and fully melted. Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the melted chocolate if you want it to be extra smooth. - Dip the Truffles:
Using a fork or toothpick, dip each peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, coating it completely. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off before placing the truffle back on the parchment paper. - Set the Chocolate:
Once all the truffles are coated in chocolate, refrigerate them again for 15-30 minutes, or until the chocolate has fully set. - Serve and Enjoy:
Once the chocolate has hardened, serve your peanut butter truffles. Enjoy these sweet, creamy bites of heaven!
Notes
- For a fun twist, you can roll the truffles in crushed nuts, sprinkles, or even a bit of cocoa powder after dipping them in chocolate.
- If you prefer a more decadent version, use dark chocolate for the coating.
- You can make these truffles ahead of time and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or freeze them for up to 2-3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg