Chocolate Peanut Butter Ball Recipe

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This Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Ball Recipe is the perfect no-bake treat for peanut butter lovers. These bite-sized chocolate coated peanut butter balls are rich, creamy and incredibly easy to make using just four ingredients. Ready in only 30 minutes, they’re ideal for homemade edible gifts, Christmas treats or satisfying a sweet craving any time of year.

TL;DR

• Creamy peanut butter centres coated in rich vegan dark chocolate.

• Completely vegan and dairy-free.

• No baking required and only four ingredients.

• Ready in just 30 minutes.

• Makes 12 treats.

• Perfect for homemade gifts, parties and festive dessert platters.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Ball Recipe

Ingredients

• 180g smooth peanut butter
• 1½ tablespoons golden syrup
• 60g ground almonds
• 120g vegan dark chocolate

How to Make Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Ball Recipe

Step 1: Make the Peanut Butter Filling

In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, golden syrup and ground almonds until a soft dough forms.

Divide the mixture into approximately 20g portions and roll each one into a smooth ball.

Place the balls onto a baking tray or plate lined with baking paper and refrigerate for 10 minutes to firm up.

Step 2: Melt the Chocolate

Break the vegan dark chocolate into a microwave-safe bowl.

Microwave for 30 seconds, then stir well.

Continue heating in 10-second bursts, stirring after each one, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.

Step 3: Coat the Peanut Butter Balls

Using a fork or spoon, dip each chilled peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate until fully coated.

Allow any excess chocolate to drip off before placing the balls back onto the lined tray.

Refrigerate for at least another 10 minutes, or until the chocolate has completely set.

Serve straight from the fridge or allow them to come to room temperature for a softer centre.

Top Tips

• Chill the filling before dipping to make coating much easier.
• Use two forks to coat the balls neatly in chocolate.
• Line your tray with baking paper for easy removal once set.
• If the chocolate starts to thicken, microwave it for another 10 seconds.

Variations

• Sprinkle flaky sea salt over the chocolate before it sets.
• Drizzle with melted vegan white chocolate for an elegant finish.
• Roll the centres in crushed peanuts before coating.
• Add a pinch of sea salt or a splash of vanilla extract to the filling.

Serving Suggestions

These chocolate peanut butter balls are perfect for Christmas dessert platters, edible gifts, lunchbox treats or enjoying with a cup of tea or coffee.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.

FAQs

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Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls

Difficulty: Easy

Servings

12

servings

Prep time

30

minutes

Total time

30

minutes

Reeses Cups who? These vegan peanut butter and chocolate balls are the perfect sweet treat for a peanut butter lover.

Ingredients

• 180g Smooth Peanut Butter

• 1.5 tbsp Golden Syrup

• 60g Ground Almonds

• 120g Vegan Dark Chocolate

Directions

• In a bowl mix the peanut butter, golden syrup and ground almonds until you get a dough like consistency.
• Weigh the dough into 20g pieces and roll into balls. Place on a baking tray lined with baking paper and refrigerate for 10 minutes.
• Put the dark chocolate in a microwavable bowl and melt in the microwave for 30 seconds. Mix and melt again for 10 seconds. Repeat the mixing and melting for 10 seconds until the chocolate is completely melted.
• Take the peanut butter balls out of the fridge and use a spoon to dip and coat each one in the chocolate. Once each ball is coated refrigerate for at least another 10 minutes before serving.

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