How to Make the Perfect Chocolate Peanut Butter Truffles
American · Easy · 85 min · 20 servings
Decadent bite-sized truffles with a creamy peanut butter center coated in a crisp dark chocolate shell. These no-bake confections require minimal ingredients and make stunning homemade gifts for any occasion.
Why this recipe works
This Chocolate Peanut Butter Truffles recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 85 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 145 calories with 4g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 6 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 240 g smooth peanut butter
- 60 g powdered sugar
- 5 ml vanilla extract
- 200 g dark chocolate 70 percent
- 10 ml coconut oil
- 2 g flaky sea salt
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Make the Peanut Butter Filling
Mix peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together in a bowl until a smooth and thick dough forms. If the mixture is too sticky, add a little more powdered sugar one tablespoon at a time until it holds its shape when rolled.
Step 2: Roll and Freeze the Centers
Roll the peanut butter mixture into balls approximately 2.5 centimeters in diameter and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze the balls for at least 30 minutes until very firm, which makes coating in chocolate much easier.
Step 3: Melt the Chocolate Coating
Melt the dark chocolate and coconut oil together in a heatproof bowl set over barely simmering water, stirring until completely smooth and glossy. Remove from heat and let cool for 3 minutes so it does not immediately melt the filling.
Step 4: Dip and Set the Truffles
Working quickly, dip each frozen peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate using a fork, letting the excess drip off. Place back on the parchment sheet and immediately sprinkle with flaky sea salt. Refrigerate for 20 minutes to set completely.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- smooth peanut butter → almond butter or sunflower seed butter work well for nut-free alternatives
- dark chocolate → milk chocolate or white chocolate can replace dark chocolate for a sweeter result
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Not freezing the peanut butter centers long enough which causes them to fall apart when dipped in hot chocolate
- Overheating the chocolate which causes it to seize and become grainy rather than smooth
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 145 calories, 4g protein, 10g carbs, 11g fat, 2g fiber.
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