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No-Bake Peanut Butter Balls

These no-bake peanut butter balls are a nostalgic treat that come together effortlessly with simple ingredients. The mixture of peanut butter, oats, and honey forms a sticky base that is easily shaped into bites, then coated in glossy melted chocolate for a satisfying, handheld dessert with a chewy center and a shiny finish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter preferably smooth
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups rolled oats old-fashioned preferred
  • 1 cup chocolate chips good quality, melting chocolate
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil or butter

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Cookie scoop or hands
  • Parchment paper
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Fork

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and slightly fluffy, releasing a sweet aroma.
  2. Add the rolled oats to the bowl and fold them into the wet mixture until everything is evenly coated. The mixture should be sticky and chewy; if it's too dry, add a splash of milk, or if too wet, sprinkle in extra oats.
  3. Using a cookie scoop or your hands, portion out small, roughly 1-inch diameter balls and place them on a parchment-lined tray. Chill them in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes to firm up.
  4. While the balls chill, melt the chocolate chips with the coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in short 20-second bursts. Stir well after each burst until smooth and glossy, then let it cool slightly so it doesn't melt the balls.
  5. Dip each chilled peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, using a fork to help lift and coat evenly. Gently tap the fork on the side of the bowl to remove excess chocolate, then place the coated ball back on the parchment paper. For added visual appeal, sprinkle crushed nuts or coconut on top while the chocolate is still soft.
  6. Refrigerate the coated balls for at least 30 minutes until the chocolate is set and shiny. Once ready, remove from the fridge and serve chilled or at room temperature for a chewy, chocolatey bite.

Notes

For a vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup and use dairy-free chocolate. These treats can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to a week or frozen for longer storage. Enjoy these nostalgic bites whenever you need a quick, satisfying sweet!