Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Balls
Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Balls are very satisfying and super-rich in flavor. One ball goes a long way and will satisfy your sweet tooth.
Servings: 40 Balls
Calories: 274kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter softened at room temperature
- 2 cups peanut butter creamy
- 1 tablespoon vanilla
- 5 cups powdered sugar
- 24 ounce package Almond Bark Chocolate Coating white or dark chocolate (or both)
Instructions
- Mix the Peanut Butter Filling. Prepare the peanut butter mixture. In a large mixing bowl, mix butter, 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar, peanut butter, and vanilla. The mixture will become stiff.
- Finish Adding the Sugar. Gradually add the rest of the powdered sugar and mix well.
- Prep Your Workspace. Lay out parchment paper or wax paper for the rolled balls.
- Roll the Peanut Butter Balls. Shape the peanut butter balls into about one inch balls or use a small cookie scoop to make all of the balls uniform size. I usually place these on the prepared paper. Set aside.
- Melt the Chocolate. For the next step, you will need to work quickly. Melt chocolate over a double boiler or in the microwave. Follow the directions on the package.
- Dip and Coat. Dip each ball into the melted chocolate. (See notes below) Place the balls on the prepared paper.
- Let them Set. Allow the chocolate to dry completely before serving or storing.
Notes
Use a fork to dip the balls into the chocolate. Place the balls on top of a fork and dip them into the melted chocolate. Allow some of the chocolate to drip off before placing it on the parchment paper. You can use a toothpick to help slide the balls off the fork. Your finger will work, but it is a little messy.
I usually mix the ingredients by hand and do not use a hand mixer or electric mixer.
Pro Tips
- Use a fork or dipping tool to make coating the balls easier.
- Make sure your butter is at room temperature.
- Have all of your balls rolled out BEFORE you melt your chocolate. Once you melt your chocolate, you will need to move quickly.
- Line your counter with parchment paper or wax paper before you begin. You may also use a cookie sheet or two if you are limited in space.
- To make these balls more uniform, use a small cookie scoop.
Nutrition
Calories: 274kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 97mg | Potassium: 75mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 142IU | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 0.2mg
