Reese’s Bombs: Creamy Peanut Butter Balls coated in Melted Chocolate Recipe
Delicious and easy no-bake Reese’s Bombs featuring a creamy peanut butter filling coated in rich semi-sweet chocolate. Perfect for peanut butter and chocolate lovers, these homemade treats combine smooth and crunchy textures and can be prepared quickly with simple ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: About 20 Reese's Bombs 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Peanut Butter Filling
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Chocolate Coating
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional, for smoothing)
Instructions
- Prepare the Peanut Butter Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, graham cracker crumbs, and vanilla extract. Stir the mixture thoroughly until it becomes smooth and well combined, forming a workable dough.
- Form Balls: Scoop out small portions of the peanut butter mixture, about 1 inch in diameter, and roll them between your palms to form smooth balls. Place each ball on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Chill the Peanut Butter Balls: Refrigerate the tray with the peanut butter balls for about 30 minutes. This step firms up the filling, making it easier to coat with chocolate later.
- Prepare the Chocolate Coating: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and the optional coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well between each interval, until the chocolate is fully melted and glossy.
- Coat the Peanut Butter Balls: Using a fork or toothpick, dip each chilled peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is completely covered. Lift and allow excess chocolate to drip off before placing the coated ball back onto the parchment paper.
- Set the Chocolate: Return the baking sheet with the chocolate-coated peanut butter balls to the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to let the chocolate harden and set completely.
- Serve: Once the chocolate coating is firm, enjoy the Reese’s Bombs chilled or at room temperature as a delicious treat.
Notes
- You can substitute creamy peanut butter with natural peanut butter, but stirring beforehand is recommended as natural peanut butters separate.
- Adding coconut oil to the chocolate helps achieve a smoother coating and easier dipping.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- For a nut-free version, consider using sunflower seed butter instead of peanut butter.
- If you don’t have graham cracker crumbs, you can crush digestive biscuits or similar cookies as a substitute.
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