Description
These Quick and Easy Peanut Butter Truffles are a delightful no-bake treat made with creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, and a luscious chocolate coating. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth within an hour, these truffles are simple to prepare and ideal for parties, gifts, or a tasty indulgence anytime.
Ingredients
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For the Peanut Butter Truffles
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter (or chunky, if you prefer)
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
For the Chocolate Coating
- 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips (or milk chocolate if preferred)
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter (optional, to smooth the chocolate coating)
Instructions
- Mix Peanut Butter and Powdered Sugar: In a large bowl, combine 1 cup of peanut butter with 1 1/2 cups of powdered sugar. Stir thoroughly until the mixture becomes thick and smooth, allowing you to form it into balls easily.
- Shape the Truffles: Using your hands or a small scoop, form the peanut butter mixture into bite-sized balls. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking. Refrigerate the balls for about 30 minutes to firm up.
- Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl or over a double boiler, melt 8 oz of semi-sweet chocolate chips with 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter. Stir frequently to ensure a smooth and shiny chocolate coating without burning.
- Coat the Truffles: Remove the peanut butter balls from the refrigerator. Using a fork or dipping tool, dip each ball into the melted chocolate, fully covering it. Allow excess chocolate to drip off before placing the truffles back onto the parchment paper.
- Chill to Set: Place the chocolate-coated truffles in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or until the chocolate hardens completely. Once set, the truffles are ready to serve or store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Using chunky peanut butter adds texture, but creamy results in smoother truffles.
- Optional unsalted butter helps achieve a glossy chocolate coating and easier dipping.
- Milk chocolate can be substituted for semi-sweet for a sweeter flavor.
- Store truffles in an airtight container refrigerated for up to two weeks.
- For variations, add a pinch of sea salt to the peanut butter mixture for a sweet-salty taste.
