Peanut Butter Balls

Chocolate-flavored candy coating encases the creamy peanut butter filling in these easy-to-make candies.


Peanut Butter Balls

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Servings: about 30 pieces
Total Time: 1 hr
Related Categories: Candy, Peanut Butter Cookies

 
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Ingredients
  • 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
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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
Per serving: 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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