Description
These 3-ingredient peanut butter balls are creamy, sweet, and ready in minutes! No baking required—perfect for parties, holiday treats, or a quick snack.
Ingredients
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1 cup powdered sugar
Optional Variations / Mix-ins:
Melted chocolate for dipping
Chopped nuts, shredded coconut, or sprinkles for rolling
Vanilla extract or pinch of salt for extra flavor
Alternative nut butters (almond, cashew)
Instructions
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In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese and peanut butter until smooth.
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Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing until mixture thickens and holds together.
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Scoop small portions and roll into 1-inch balls.
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Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment or wax paper.
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Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
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Optional: Dip in melted chocolate or roll in nuts/coconut before chilling.
Notes
- Consistency: If the mixture is too sticky to roll, add more powdered sugar a little at a time until it holds together.
- Chilling: Chilling the mixture slightly before rolling can make shaping easier, especially in a warm kitchen.
- Serving Ideas: Roll in crushed nuts, shredded coconut, mini chocolate chips, or drizzle with melted chocolate for a festive touch.
- Nut-Free Option: Use sunflower seed butter or a seed-based spread in place of peanut butter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- chill time: 30 minutes
- Category: dessert
- Method: no bake
- Cuisine: healthy
