Description
Delicious and creamy Chocolate Peanut Butter Snowballs coated in chocolate and drizzled with caramel for a sweet treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 to 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch fine salt (optional)
- 1/2 cup finely crushed graham crackers (optional)
- 1/2 cup crushed vanilla wafers (optional)
- 1/4 cup powdered milk (optional)
- 12 ounces semi-sweet or milk chocolate melting wafers or chips
- 1 teaspoon vegetable or coconut oil (optional)
- 1/4 cup soft caramel candies or caramel sauce
- 1 teaspoon heavy cream or milk
- Sea salt flakes (for decoration)
- Crushed peanuts (for decoration)
- Sprinkles (for decoration)
- White chocolate drizzle (for 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 powder 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 using a teaspoon or small scoop, then roll between palms to form smooth balls, approximately 1 inch in diameter. Arrange on prepared tray.
- Place tray in the refrigerator for a minimum of 25 minutes, or freeze for 10 to 15 minutes, to ensure centers are firm before coating.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate in 20 to 30 second intervals, stirring after each, until fully smooth. Blend in oil if a thinner consistency is needed. Alternatively, use a double boiler over low heat.
- Remove centers from refrigeration. Using a fork or dipping tool, submerge each ball in melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off. Place coated balls back on parchment-lined tray.
- Melt caramels with heavy cream or milk in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in 10 to 15 second intervals and stirring until fluid and smooth.
- Pipe or spoon melted caramel in thin lines over chocolate-coated balls. If using, immediately add sea salt flakes, crushed peanuts, sprinkles, or white chocolate drizzle before coatings set.
- Return tray to the refrigerator for 15 to 20 minutes until chocolate and caramel are fully firm. Transfer finished snowballs to an airtight container for storage.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Can be frozen for longer shelf-life.
- Add your favorite toppings for personalization.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 snowball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg