Here’s a classic no-bake chocolate peanut butter balls recipe—rich, fudgy, and super easy 🍫🥜
No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs or crushed cereal (optional for texture)
- 12 oz chocolate chips or chocolate melts (semi-sweet, milk, or dark)
Instructions
- Mix peanut butter and butter in a large bowl until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar gradually and mix until firm but pliable.
- Fold in graham cracker crumbs if using.
- Shape into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined tray.
- Chill in the fridge for 30–60 minutes to firm up.
- Melt chocolate in a microwave (30-second intervals, stirring) or over a double boiler.
- Dip balls into chocolate using a fork or toothpick, letting excess drip off.
- Place back on parchment and refrigerate until chocolate sets, about 1 hour.
Tips
- Use creamy peanut butter for smooth texture.
- For extra fudginess, add 1–2 tsp of heavy cream to the peanut butter mixture.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge; they last 2–3 weeks.
Variations
- Sprinkles or crushed nuts on top before chocolate sets.
- Mini version: Use smaller balls for bite-sized treats.
- White chocolate coating for contrast.
These are perfect holiday treats, snacks, or gifts—rich, chocolaty, and peanut buttery in every bite.
I can also give a super-fast “pan fudge” version that skips rolling if you want something even quicker.
