Description
The easiest homemade candy you’ll ever make – creamy peanut butter centers dipped in rich chocolate, ready in minutes with no baking required. Perfect for gifting, parties, or midnight snacks!
Ingredients
Peanut Butter Filling:
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1 cup creamy peanut butter (not natural style)
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1 cup powdered sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
Chocolate Coating:
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1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
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1 tsp vegetable shortening (optional, for shine)
Optional Toppings:
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Sea salt flakes
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Sprinkles
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Crushed nuts
Instructions
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Make the dough: Mix peanut butter, powdered sugar, vanilla and salt until smooth.
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Chill: Refrigerate dough 15 minutes for easier handling.
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Shape: Roll into 1-inch balls (about 1 tbsp each).
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Melt chocolate: Microwave in 30-second intervals or use double boiler.
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Dip: Using a fork, coat each ball in chocolate, letting excess drip off.
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Decorate: Add toppings while wet.
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Set: Chill 20 minutes until firm.
Notes
Storage:
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Room temp: 5 days in airtight container
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Fridge: 2 weeks
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Freezer: 3 months (layer with parchment)
Variations:
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Nut-free: Use sunflower seed butter
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Keto: Swap powdered sugar for erythritol
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Vegan: Use dairy-free chocolate
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American