Creamy Peanut Butter Chocolate Bites (Printable)

Creamy peanut butter centers partially dipped in rich chocolate, ideal for festive occasions.

# What You Need:

→ Peanut Butter Filling

01 - 1 1/2 cups creamy peanut butter
02 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
03 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
04 - 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
05 - 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar, sifted

→ Chocolate Coating

06 - 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
07 - 2 tablespoons coconut oil or vegetable shortening

# Directions:

01 - Beat peanut butter, softened butter, vanilla extract, and salt in a large bowl until smooth and creamy.
02 - Gradually add sifted powdered sugar, mixing until a thick, slightly crumbly dough forms.
03 - Scoop 1-tablespoon portions and roll into 1-inch balls; place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
04 - Refrigerate the peanut butter balls for at least 30 minutes or until firm.
05 - In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips with coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
06 - Using a toothpick, dip each peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, leaving a small circle exposed on top.
07 - Place dipped buckeyes back on the parchment-lined baking sheet; remove toothpick and smooth any holes with a finger if desired.
08 - Refrigerate until chocolate is set, approximately 20 minutes; store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They taste like you spent hours in the kitchen when they actually take less than thirty minutes of active work.
  • No oven required—just your hands, a bowl, and a toothpick, making them perfect for small kitchens or crowded holiday schedules.
  • They stay fresh for weeks in the fridge, so you can make them days ahead without stress.
02 -
  • Don't skip the chilling step before dipping—warm peanut butter balls will slide right off the toothpick and into your chocolate bowl in a disappointing mess.
  • If your chocolate gets too cool while you're dipping, microwave it again in short bursts rather than letting it thicken into an unusable glob.
03 -
  • If your filling won't hold together, it's usually because your peanut butter was too warm or you didn't use enough powdered sugar—chill the mixture and add a bit more sugar if needed.
  • A wooden toothpick works better than plastic because it doesn't conduct heat as much, so your peanut butter ball won't warm up and slip off.
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