Description
These Reese’s Peanut Butter Balls are the ultimate indulgence for peanut butter and chocolate lovers. Made with creamy peanut butter, butter, and powdered sugar, these bite-sized treats are coated in semi-sweet chocolate and topped with crushed Reese’s Pieces for extra flavor and crunch. Whether for a holiday treat, a party, or just a sweet snack, these peanut butter balls are sure to disappear quickly!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 1 ½ cups crushed Reese’s Pieces
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil or shortening
Instructions
- Prepare the Peanut Butter Mixture:
In a large bowl, beat the peanut butter, softened butter, and vanilla extract together until smooth and creamy. - Add the Powdered Sugar:
Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until a firm dough forms. - Add the Reese’s Pieces:
Stir in the crushed Reese’s Pieces until evenly distributed. - Form the Balls:
Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. - Freeze the Balls:
Freeze the peanut butter balls for 20-30 minutes, or until firm. - Prepare the Chocolate Coating:
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil (or shortening) in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. - Dip the Balls:
Using a toothpick or fork, dip each peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring it’s fully coated. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off before placing it back on the parchment paper. - Decorate:
Optionally, sprinkle crushed Reese’s Pieces on top of each ball for decoration. - Chill the Balls:
Chill the balls in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes until the chocolate is set. - Serve and Enjoy:
Once the chocolate is set, store the peanut butter balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Enjoy!
Notes
- If you prefer, you can use milk chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet for a sweeter taste.
- For a fun twist, try using white chocolate for dipping.
- Ensure the peanut butter balls are well-chilled before dipping them in chocolate to prevent them from falling apart.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg