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An extreme close-up shot showing a stack of chocolate peanut butter snowballs with a shiny, smooth chocolate coating and a light dusting of powdered sugar.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Snowballs (Easy No-Bake Recipe!)

Whip up these irresistible no-bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Snowballs with just a few pantry staples. This easy recipe creates a creamy peanut butter center coated in rich, smooth chocolate, perfect for holidays and parties.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 36 snowballs
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 145
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 cups creamy peanut butter Do not use natural peanut butter.
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon coconut oil or shortening

Equipment

  • 2 Mixing bowls
  • 1 Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • 1 Baking Sheet

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and creamy peanut butter together with a mixer until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and mix until fully incorporated. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  2. Cover the bowl and chill the peanut butter mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Roll the chilled mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze the balls for 15-20 minutes until firm.
  4. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until completely melted and smooth.
  5. Dip each frozen peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, allowing any excess to drip off. Place back on the parchment paper and let the chocolate set completely. Refrigerate to speed up the process.

Notes

Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Dipping Tip: Use a fork or a dedicated dipping tool for the cleanest results. Tap the fork on the edge of the bowl to remove excess chocolate before placing the ball on the parchment paper.