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Peanut Butter Balls with Graham Crackers

These easy no-bake treats combine creamy peanut butter with graham cracker crumbs, covered in chocolate for a delicious homemade candy. Perfect for gifting or snacking.

Featured in Sweet Treats and Baked Goods.

Fatiha
Updated on Sun, 05 Jan 2025 01:27:33 GMT
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Looking for an easy treat that tastes like Reese's but better? These peanut butter balls with graham crackers are my go-to no-bake dessert! After years of tweaking I've got the perfect combo of creamy peanut butter crunchy graham crackers all wrapped in chocolate. They're dangerously good and disappear fast at every party!

Why You'll Love These

First no oven needed perfect for hot days or when you're craving something sweet right now! They taste just like your favorite candy but even better cause they're homemade. Make a bunch freeze them and you've got treats ready whenever company drops by!

Round Up These Ingredients

  • Good Peanut Butter: Get the creamy kind not natural.
  • Real Butter: Softened makes mixing easier.
  • Graham Crackers: Fresh ones crush up better.
  • Powdered Sugar: Makes everything smooth.
  • Two Chocolates: Chips and bark melt perfect together.
  • Pure Vanilla: Just a splash makes everything better.

Let's Make Magic

Mix Your Base
Beat that peanut butter butter and sugar together till it's super smooth. Crush those graham crackers nice and fine mix them in.
Roll Em Up
Scoop out tablespoons roll them into balls. Pop them in the freezer gets them nice and firm about 20 minutes does it.
Chocolate Time
Mix your chocolate chips and bark melt them slow in the microwave. Stir between every blast keeps it smooth.
Dip And Decorate
Now's the fun part! Dip those cold balls in chocolate let the extra drip off. Add sprinkles or graham crumbs on top if you want them fancy.
Chill Out
Let them set up in the fridge until that chocolate's firm. Try to wait they're worth it!

Make Them Perfect

If your mix is too soft for rolling pop it in the fridge. Skip natural peanut butter it's too oily. Work quick with that chocolate or your balls start melting! Want them extra pretty? Add some toppings while the chocolate's still wet.

Keep Them Fresh

These stay good in the fridge about 3 days if they last that long! Want to make extra? They freeze great up to 3 months just wrap them up tight. Let them warm up a bit before eating the flavor's better.

Mix It Up

Try throwing some mini chocolate chips in the filling. Love crunch? Use crunchy peanut butter instead. Drizzle white chocolate on top makes them look fancy. Making them for holidays? Add festive sprinkles or crushed candy canes!

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Why chill before dipping?

Chilling firms balls so they don't fall apart in warm chocolate.

→ Can I use natural peanut butter?

Regular creamy peanut butter works best as natural can separate.

→ Why add coconut oil to chocolate?

Creates shinier coating and helps chocolate set smoother.

→ Can I freeze these?

Yes, freeze up to 3 months in airtight container.

→ How long do they keep?

Store in fridge up to 3 days in airtight container.

Peanut Butter Balls

No-bake peanut butter balls made with graham crackers and dipped in chocolate for the perfect sweet treat.

Prep Time
15 Minutes
Cook Time
30 Minutes
Total Time
45 Minutes
By: Fatiha

Category: Desserts

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 15 Servings (15)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

01 1 cup creamy peanut butter.
02 4 tablespoons butter, softened.
03 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
04 1 cup powdered sugar.
05 1 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs.
06 1/2 cup chocolate chips.
07 4 ounces chocolate bark/coating.
08 Optional coconut oil for coating.

Instructions

Step 01

Beat peanut butter and softened butter together in stand mixer with paddle attachment until completely smooth.

Step 02

Add vanilla extract to peanut butter mixture and beat until fully incorporated.

Step 03

Gradually add powdered sugar to mixture while mixing on low speed until fully combined.

Step 04

Mix in graham cracker crumbs thoroughly until mixture reaches uniform consistency.

Step 05

Line baking sheet with parchment or wax paper for easy removal later.

Step 06

Scoop mixture into 1-tablespoon portions and roll into balls between palms.

Step 07

Place formed balls on lined baking sheet, spacing evenly apart.

Step 08

Freeze balls for exactly 20 minutes until firm enough to dip.

Step 09

Combine chocolate chips and bark in microwave-safe bowl.

Step 10

Microwave chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until completely melted.

Step 11

Optional: stir in coconut oil for shinier coating if desired.

Step 12

Dip each chilled ball in melted chocolate using fork or dipping tool.

Step 13

Return chocolate-coated balls to lined sheet.

Step 14

Sprinkle with additional graham crumbs before chocolate sets if desired.

Step 15

Refrigerate 10 minutes until chocolate coating is completely set.

Notes

  1. No baking required.
  2. Make ahead friendly.
  3. Great for gifting.
  4. Kid friendly project.

Tools You'll Need

  • Stand/hand mixer.
  • Baking sheet.
  • Parchment paper.
  • Microwave-safe bowl.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Peanuts.
  • Dairy (butter, chocolate).
  • Wheat (graham crackers).

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 258
  • Total Fat: 16 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 26 g
  • Protein: 5 g