Introduction:
Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistible peanut butter chocolate truffles. Perfect for dessert, gifting, or a quick treat, these truffles combine creamy peanut butter and smooth chocolate for a decadent flavor. Best of all, they’re easy to make with just a few ingredients and minimal effort. Let’s dive into the recipe and create these little bites of heaven!
Recipe for Peanut Butter Chocolate Truffles
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (250g) creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups (340g) milk chocolate chips (or dark chocolate, if preferred)
- 2 tbsp coconut oil or shortening (optional, for smoother chocolate coating)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Filling:
- In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, softened butter, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Scoop small portions of the mixture (about 1 tablespoon) and roll them into balls. Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Freeze the peanut butter balls for 30 minutes to firm them up.
- Melt the Chocolate:
- In a microwave-safe bowl or over a double boiler, melt the chocolate chips. Stir until smooth. If using, mix in the coconut oil or shortening to make the chocolate more fluid for dipping.
- Coat the Truffles:
- Using a fork or a dipping tool, dip each frozen peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off.
- Place the coated truffles back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Set the Truffles:
- Let the chocolate coating harden at room temperature or in the refrigerator for about 15-20 minutes.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Enjoy your homemade peanut butter chocolate truffles—a perfect balance of nutty and sweet flavors!
