Description
These No Bake Peanut Butter Balls are the ultimate easy treat — creamy, chocolatey, and ready in under 90 minutes! Perfect for busy schedules, last-minute cravings, or quick desserts. Made with simple ingredients like peanut butter, butter, powdered sugar, and chocolate, they deliver rich, indulgent flavor without ever turning on the oven.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup peanut butter (creamy or crunchy, depending on preference)
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Melted chocolate (dark, milk, or white) for dipping or drizzling
Substitutions & Tips:
- Use almond or sunflower seed butter for a nut-free version.
- Swap butter for coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
- Add a pinch of salt to balance sweetness.
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, blend peanut butter and softened butter until smooth and creamy.
- Step 2: Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing until thick and dough-like. Add vanilla extract and mix again.
- Step 3: Roll into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined tray.
- Step 4: Chill in the freezer for 10 minutes to firm up.
- Step 5: Dip or drizzle each ball with melted chocolate and return to freezer for another 10 minutes to set.
- Step 6: Store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 month and enjoy anytime!
Notes
For extra flair, roll the chocolate-coated balls in crushed nuts, shredded coconut, or chia seeds. Sprinkle sea salt on top for a gourmet salty-sweet flavor. Avoid overmixing for best texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 balls
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Protein: 4g
Keywords: no bake dessert, peanut butter balls, easy chocolate snack, no bake recipe, peanut butter treats