Description
Delightfully sweet and creamy Peanut Butter Snowballs are bite-sized treats made with a smooth peanut butter mixture coated in a crisp white candy shell. These no-bake confections combine the rich flavor of peanut butter with the delicate crunch of confectioners’ sugar and optional chopped peanuts for extra texture, perfect for holiday gifting or anytime indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Peanut Butter Mixture
- 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons butter, softened
Coating
- 1 pound white candy coating, coarsely chopped
- Finely chopped peanuts, optional
Instructions
- Prepare the peanut butter mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the confectioners’ sugar, creamy peanut butter, and softened butter until thoroughly blended into a smooth dough. Chill the mixture in the freezer for about 30 minutes, or until it becomes firm enough to handle easily.
- Shape into balls: Once chilled, roll the mixture into 1-inch balls using your hands. Arrange the balls on a baking sheet lined with waxed paper. Place the baking sheet in the freezer and let the balls freeze for 30 minutes or until they become firm.
- Melt the candy coating: While the balls are freezing, place the chopped white candy coating into a microwave-safe bowl. Heat it in short bursts in the microwave, stirring frequently, until the coating is completely melted and smooth.
- Dip and coat: Remove the peanut butter balls from the freezer. Using a fork or dipping tool, dip each ball into the melted white candy coating, ensuring it is fully covered. Place the coated balls back onto the waxed paper to set and harden. If desired, sprinkle the tops with finely chopped peanuts for added texture and flavor before the coating hardens.
- Set and serve: Allow the candy coating to fully harden at room temperature. Once set, the Peanut Butter Snowballs are ready to serve or package for gifting.
Notes
- Be sure to chill the peanut butter mixture well before shaping to make rolling easier and prevent sticking.
- Use a fork to dip the balls to prevent fingerprints and make coating easier.
- Store finished snowballs in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- You can substitute the white candy coating with white chocolate chips or almond bark as preferred.
- For a festive touch, try adding a drop of vanilla extract to the peanut butter mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 snowball (approx. 15g)
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 7mg
