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Easy Homemade Peanut Butter Balls

A quick and delicious festive treat made with creamy peanut butter, graham cracker crumbs, and chocolate coating, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 20 balls
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Peanut Butter Base
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter Choose a high-quality creamy peanut butter for the best flavor.
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Sifted to avoid lumps.
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs Use finely crushed graham crackers.
For the Coating
  • 1 cup chocolate chips Use semi-sweet, dark, or white chocolate chips based on preference.
Optional Toppings
  • crushed nuts Such as peanuts or almonds.
  • sprinkles For a festive touch.
  • cocoa powder For dusting if desired.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, blend together 1 cup of creamy peanut butter and 1 cup of powdered sugar until smooth.
  2. Add in the graham cracker crumbs and mix until everything is well combined.
Forming the Balls
  1. Using your hands, take a small amount of the mixture and roll it into a bite-sized ball—about 1 inch in diameter.
  2. Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Chilling
  1. Refrigerate the shaped balls for about 15-20 minutes to firm up.
Coating with Chocolate
  1. While the peanut butter balls chill, melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals until fully melted and smooth.
  2. Carefully dip each chilled peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring it’s fully coated.
  3. Use a fork to lift it out, allowing any excess chocolate to drip off.
  4. Return the balls to the parchment-lined baking sheet.
Adding Toppings
  1. If desired, sprinkle crushed nuts or other toppings over the chocolate-coated balls before they harden.
Setting
  1. Allow the chocolate to set at room temperature or in the refrigerator for an additional 15-20 minutes.

Notes

Store leftover peanut butter balls in an airtight container. They can last for about a week at room temperature, up to two weeks in the fridge, or three months if frozen. Allow frozen balls to thaw for about 30 minutes before serving.