These no-bake peanut butter balls are quick, rich, and perfect when you want something sweet without turning on the oven.
🥜 No-Bake Peanut Butter Balls
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs (or crushed biscuits)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1½–2 cups chocolate chips (for coating)
- 1 tbsp oil or butter (to smooth melted chocolate)
Instructions
1. Make the dough
In a bowl, mix peanut butter and softened butter until smooth. Add vanilla, powdered sugar, and graham crumbs. Mix until it forms a soft, slightly firm dough.
2. Shape
Roll into small balls (about 1 inch). Place on a tray lined with parchment paper.
3. Chill
Refrigerate for 20–30 minutes so they firm up.
4. Melt chocolate
Melt chocolate chips with a little oil or butter (microwave in short bursts or use a double boiler).
5. Coat
Dip each ball into melted chocolate and place back on the tray. You can fully coat or leave a bit of peanut butter showing on top.
6. Set
Refrigerate until chocolate hardens (about 15–20 minutes).
Tips for best results
- If the mixture feels too soft, add more crumbs; too dry, add a bit more peanut butter.
- Use a fork or toothpick to dip easily.
- Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top for a sweet-salty twist.
They turn out like homemade truffles—creamy inside with a crisp chocolate shell. If you want, I can give you a healthier version or one without graham crackers.