Peanut Butter Balls
Chocolate-flavored candy coating encases the creamy peanut butter filling in these easy-to-make candies.
Ingredients
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1/2 cup peanut butter
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3 tablespoons butter, softened
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1 cup sifted powdered sugar
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8 ounces chocolate-flavored candy coating
Directions
1.
In a mixing bowl stir together peanut butter and butter. Gradually add powdered sugar, stirring until combined. Shape into 1-inch balls; place on waxed paper. Let stand until dry (about 20 minutes).
2.
Chop candy coating. Place in a heavy saucepan, cook and stir over low heat until melted and smooth. Cool slightly. Dip balls, one at a time, into coating. Let excess coating drip off peanut butter balls. Place on waxed paper; let stand until coating is firm. Store tightly covered in refrigerator. Makes about 30 pieces.
Make-Ahead Tip
Prepare candy as above. Store as directed for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition information
Calories 88, Total Fat 6 g, Saturated Fat 2 g, Cholesterol 3 mg, Sodium 39 mg, Carbohydrate 9 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 1%, Vitamin C 0%, Calcium 1%, Iron 0%.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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