3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Balls (With Cream Cheese)

These 3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Balls are incredibly easy to make and a delicious treat! They’re creamy, rich, and have the perfect combination of peanut butter and cream cheese, coated in a chocolate shell. With just three ingredients, they’re a quick and satisfying snack or dessert for any occasion.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• Chocolate for dipping (about 8 oz of semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Peanut Butter Mixture:

• In a medium bowl, mix together the creamy peanut butter and softened cream cheese until smooth and fully combined.
• Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing in a little at a time, until the mixture becomes firm and dough-like.

2. Form the Balls:

• Roll the peanut butter mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet or plate.
• Once all the balls are rolled, refrigerate them for 30 minutes to firm up.

3. Dip in Chocolate:

• While the peanut butter balls are chilling, melt the chocolate. You can do this by placing the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl and microwaving in 20-second intervals, stirring after each until smooth and fully melted.
• Dip each peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, making sure it’s fully coated. Use a fork or toothpick to help dip and remove the balls, allowing any excess chocolate to drip off.
• Place the dipped peanut butter balls back on the parchment paper and refrigerate for another 15-30 minutes until the chocolate has hardened.

4. Serve:

• Once the chocolate coating is set, the peanut butter balls are ready to enjoy! Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Tips:

• Chocolate Coating: If you prefer, you can use white chocolate or dark chocolate for dipping instead of milk chocolate.
• Customize: For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of salt to the peanut butter mixture or drizzle the peanut butter balls with extra melted chocolate after they’ve set.

These 3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Balls with cream cheese are a delightful, no-bake treat that’s perfect for gifting or enjoying on your own. Simple, creamy, and delicious!