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Keto Peanut Butter Balls

Rich, bakery-style keto peanut butter balls dipped in chocolate with about 1 g net carbs each.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 25 balls
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup salted butter softened
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered erythritol-based sugar substitute such as Swerve Confectioners
  • 3/4 cup keto friendly chocolate melting wafers or sugar free chocolate chips
  • 3/4 teaspoon refined coconut oil

Method
 

  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, softened butter, vanilla bean paste, and powdered sugar substitute.
  3. Beat or stir the mixture until smooth, thick, and uniform, similar to a soft cookie dough that holds its shape.
  4. Scoop the mixture into 1 tablespoon portions and roll each portion between your palms to form smooth balls.
  5. Place the peanut butter balls on the prepared baking sheet and refrigerate for 20 minutes, until firm.
  6. While the centers chill, place the chocolate and coconut oil in a small microwave safe bowl.
  7. Microwave at 50 percent power in 20 second intervals, stirring after each interval, until the chocolate is fully melted and glossy.
  8. Let the melted chocolate stand for 1 to 2 minutes to thicken slightly.
  9. Remove the chilled peanut butter balls from the refrigerator.
  10. Using a toothpick or fork, dip each ball into the melted chocolate, turning to coat and letting excess chocolate drip back into the bowl.
  11. Place the coated balls back onto the parchment lined baking sheet.
  12. Repeat with the remaining peanut butter balls until all are coated in chocolate.
  13. Refrigerate the tray again until the chocolate is fully set and firm.
  14. Serve chilled or transfer the peanut butter balls to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator.

Notes

- Use unsweetened peanut butter and sugar free chocolate to keep the recipe keto friendly.
- If the peanut butter mixture feels too soft to roll, refrigerate it for 5 to 10 minutes before shaping.
- Store the finished peanut butter balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 10 days.
- For longer storage, freeze the coated balls on a tray, then transfer to a container or bag and freeze for up to 3 months.