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Chocolate Peanut Butter Truffles

These chocolate peanut butter truffles are rich, smooth, and glossy confections that combine creamy peanut butter with melted dark chocolate. Coated in a shiny chocolate shell, they offer a delightful balance of textures—creamy, crunchy, and velvety—perfect for satisfying sweet cravings and impressing guests. The process involves simple mixing, chilling, and dipping, resulting in elegant treats with a decadent appearance and luscious flavor.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter preferably smooth and natural
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar for sweetness and structure
  • Pinch salt enhances flavor
  • 200 g dark chocolate for coating, chopped or in chips
  • Optional crushed peanuts or sprinkles for decoration

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Microwave-safe bowl or double boiler
  • Baking sheet with parchment paper
  • Fork or toothpick

Method
 

  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for chilling the truffles.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter with powdered sugar and a pinch of salt, stirring until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
  3. Chill the mixture in the fridge for about 30 minutes until it firms up enough to hold shape.
  4. Once chilled, scoop out small spoonfuls and roll them between your palms to form balls about 2 cm in diameter.
  5. Place the shaped balls back on the parchment-lined sheet and chill for another 15 minutes to set.
  6. Gently melt the dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler, stirring until smooth and shiny.
  7. Using a fork or toothpick, dip each peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, coating it completely, then gently tap off excess chocolate.
  8. Place each coated truffle back onto the parchment-lined sheet and optionally decorate with crushed peanuts or sprinkles before the chocolate sets.
  9. Refrigerate the finished truffles for at least 30 minutes until the chocolate coating is firm and glossy.
  10. Serve the truffles at room temperature to enjoy their full flavor and silky texture.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a pinch of sea salt to the chocolate before dipping. Keep the truffles refrigerated to maintain their shape and shine, and bring them to room temperature before serving for the best taste.