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