Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls Recipe

Updated on July 17th, 2025

If you’re looking for an easy no-bake dessert that always impresses, these chocolate peanut butter balls are a must-try. Made with creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, and a smooth chocolate coating, they’re the kind of treat that disappears fast from any dessert table. The optional white chocolate drizzle adds a festive look, but the flavor stands strong on its own. Simple to prep and chill, these bite-sized sweets are ideal for the holidays, parties, or anytime you want a quick homemade candy.

Why this recipe works

• Few ingredients needed: Made with pantry staples like peanut butter, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla.
• Quick and no-bake: No oven time required, just chill and dip in melted chocolate.
• Versatile appearance: Optional white chocolate drizzle adds a decorative holiday-ready finish.
• Great texture: The creamy peanut butter center contrasts nicely with the firm chocolate shell.

Serving suggestions

• Add to dessert platters: These peanut butter balls make a tasty addition to holiday cookie trays or dessert boards.
• Wrap for gifting: Place in treat bags or gift boxes for easy homemade holiday gifts.
• Serve chilled: Keep them refrigerated until serving so the chocolate stays set and the centers stay smooth.
• Pair with holiday drinks: Goes well with coffee, eggnog, or peppermint hot chocolate for a sweet seasonal combo.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls Recipe

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If you’re looking for an easy no-bake dessert that always impresses, these chocolate peanut butter balls are a must-try.

• Author: Bobby
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: 8 1x

Ingredients

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• 2 cups creamy peanut butter
• 3/4 cup salted butter (softened)
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 3/4 cups powdered sugar
• 2 packages (1 lb each) chocolate candy coating

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Instructions

1. In a large bowl mix together the peanut butter, salted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined. Add in the powdered sugar, a little at a time, mixing each time powdered sugar is added until combined.
2. Mix in the powdered sugar until the mixture holds together well in a giant ball in the mixing bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 15-25 minutes until the mixture has firmed up.
3. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Remove the dough from the refrigerator and shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place onto the baking sheet.
4. Place into the refrigerator again for about 15-20 minutes.
5. Melt the chocolate according to package directions. Dip the peanut butter balls one at a time into the melted chocolate, using a fork or spoon. Let the excess chocolate drip off and place the dipped peanut butter ball onto parchment paper. Repeat until all of the balls are covered.
6. Optional step: melt about 1lb of white chocolate candy coating according to package directions. Using a fork drizzle the melted white chocolate over the peanut butter balls.
7. Place into the refrigerator and chill until the chocolate has hardened and ready to serve.

Nutrition

• Serving Size:
• Calories: 872
• Sugar: 74.4 g
• Sodium: 431.9 mg
• Fat: 57.2 g
• Carbohydrates: 83.1 g
• Protein: 15.8 g
• Cholesterol: 50.2 mg