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No Bake Peanut Butter Balls

Creamy peanut butter and graham cracker centers dipped in smooth chocolate — an easy, no-bake dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 24 balls
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter not natural-style
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1.5 cups crushed graham cracker crumbs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Coating
  • 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon shortening or coconut oil for smooth coating
  • crushed peanuts or flaky salt for garnish, optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer
  • Parchment paper
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

  1. Combine peanut butter, butter, and vanilla extract until creamy.
  2. Add powdered sugar and graham crumbs; mix until dough forms.
  3. Roll dough into balls and place on parchment-lined tray.
  4. Chill for 30 minutes.
  5. Melt chocolate with shortening until smooth.
  6. Dip chilled balls into chocolate, garnish, and refrigerate until set.

Notes

Use stabilized peanut butter for best texture. Store in fridge for up to 2 weeks.