Peanut Butter Balls Dipped In Chocolate - A Delicious Treat
Do you love peanut butter and chocolate? Then you need to try this recipe for peanut butter balls dipped in chocolate. It combines two of the best flavors into one delicious treat that you can enjoy any time. Whether you’re looking for a snack or a dessert, these peanut butter balls are sure to satisfy your taste buds.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup of butter
- 1/2 cup of powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons of shortening
Instructions:
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the peanut butter, butter, and powdered sugar until it is well blended. Add in the vanilla extract and mix until it is completely incorporated. Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Place the baking sheet in the freezer for at least 30 minutes.
In a double boiler or a heat-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and shortening together until it is smooth. Dip each peanut butter ball into the chocolate and place them back on the parchment-lined baking sheet. Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour until the chocolate is completely set.
Remove the peanut butter balls from the refrigerator and enjoy! Store the remaining balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition:
Each peanut butter ball dipped in chocolate contains approximately 110 calories, 6 grams of fat, 11 grams of carbohydrates, 1 gram of protein, and 1 gram of dietary fiber. If you want to make the recipe healthier, you can substitute the butter for a vegan alternative, the powdered sugar for a natural sweetener, and the chocolate chips for dark chocolate.
Tips and Tricks:
For an extra special treat, you can add crushed nuts or sprinkles to the outside of the peanut butter balls before you dip them in the chocolate. You can also add a pinch of salt to the chocolate coating for a sweet and salty flavor. If you’re looking for a crispier texture, you can add a tablespoon of corn syrup to the melted chocolate before dipping the peanut butter balls.
For a special touch, you can use white chocolate to dip the peanut butter balls. To make the white chocolate coating, simply substitute the semi-sweet chocolate chips for white chocolate chips. Use a spoon to drizzle dark chocolate over the white chocolate-dipped peanut butter balls for added flavor and texture.
These peanut butter balls dipped in chocolate are a delicious treat that you can enjoy any time. They are easy to make and require only a few simple ingredients. Whether you’re looking for a snack or a dessert, these peanut butter balls are sure to satisfy your taste buds. Enjoy!
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