Description
Chocolate Peanut Butter Snowballs are rich, creamy, and holiday-perfect treats that combine smooth peanut butter with chocolate and customizable toppings for a festive dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1½ to 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch fine salt (optional)
- ½ cup finely crushed graham crackers (optional)
- ½ cup crushed vanilla wafers (optional)
- ¼ cup powdered milk (optional)
- 12 ounces semi-sweet or milk chocolate melting wafers or chips
- 1 teaspoon vegetable or coconut oil (optional)
- ¼ cup soft caramel candies or caramel sauce
- 1 teaspoon heavy cream or milk
- Sea salt flakes (decoration)
- Crushed peanuts (decoration)
- Sprinkles (decoration)
- White chocolate drizzle (decoration)
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, blend peanut butter, melted butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
- Gradually incorporate sifted powdered sugar until a thick, pliable dough forms, adjusting as needed for a firm, non-sticky texture.
- If desired, mix in crushed graham crackers, vanilla wafers, or powdered milk for added structure and flavor.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Portion dough and roll into 1-inch balls. Arrange on prepared tray.
- Refrigerate for at least 25 minutes or freeze for 10–15 minutes until firm.
- Melt chocolate in 20–30 second intervals, stirring until smooth. Add oil if desired.
- Dip chilled balls in melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off. Return to tray.
- Melt caramel with cream or milk, then drizzle over coated balls.
- Add toppings immediately before chocolate sets.
- Refrigerate for 15–20 minutes until fully firm.
- Store snowballs in an airtight container.
Notes
- Adjust powdered sugar for desired dough consistency.
- Chilling is essential for clean chocolate coating.
- Customize toppings to suit your preference.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American