These Christmas peanut butter truffles are the perfect no-bake holiday treat for sharing, gifting, or adding to dessert tray this holiday season.
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I think everyone can agree that one of the best things about the Christmas season is all the delicious holiday treats. Between festive Christmas cookies, holiday fudge, and homemade Christmas candy there is always a tempting goodie to look forward to this time of year.
One of the best no-bake treats for sharing during the holidays are these Christmas peanut butter truffles that kids love to help make and everyone loves to eat. Plus, they look so festive on a holiday dessert plate. Made with a creamy peanut butter center and a white chocolate coating, these bite-sized holiday treats are super easy to make with only a few ingredients and no oven required. They are the perfect budget-friendly and festive Christmas dessert everyone will love.
Why You Will Love This Christmas Peanut Butter Truffles
- Easy no-bake treat, making them perfect for the busy holiday season with no baking required.
- Made with simple ingredients for a fun treat that kids can help make.
- Perfect for Christmas as you can add them to cookie trays, treat bags, or a holiday tin for a festive homemade gift.
- Great for making ahead since you can prepare them in advance and keep them chilled until you are ready to serve at holiday parties or Christmas gatherings.
- Customizable as you can add festive sprinkles or drizzle with milk or dark chocolate.
- Fun bite-size dessert for the holidays making them easy to serve at your Christmas party or family gathering all season long.
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Christmas Peanut Butter Truffles
Ingredients for Christmas Peanut Butter Truffles
These Christmas peanut butter truffles are an easy homemade no-bake dessert that are perfect for adding to holiday treat boxes or goodie bags. Made with just a handful of ingredients, these fun and festive Christmas treats with a creamy peanut butter center and a white chocolate coating will make celebrating the holidays even sweeter this year.
You will need:
- creamy peanut butter
- powdered sugar
- milk
- vanilla extract
- white chocolate chips
- holiday sprinkles
How to Make This Easy White Chocolate Peanut Butter Truffles
- In a medium bowl, mix together the peanut butter and vanilla extract until combined.
- Mix in the powdered sugar until a thick dough forms.
- Then, add milk a little at a time until it’s easy to shape into a ball.
- Roll the peanut butter mixture into 24 evenly shaped balls and place on baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until firm.
- Melt the white chocolate chips in the microwave in 20-30 second intervals stirring between each interval until smooth.
- Then, use a fork to dip each peanut butter ball into the melted white chocolate, making sure to let any excess drip off.
- Return them back to the parchment lined baking sheet, add your holiday sprinkles, and refrigerate until the chocolate has set.
Helpful Tips
- Make sure to use creamy peanut butter as it works best to roll into a ball. Unfortunately, natural peanut butter may not work for this recipe as it can make the mixture too oily or soft.
- Add your milk gradually, you want it to thin out the peanut butter mixture so it’s not crumbly and can be easily rolled into a ball.
- If the mixture becomes too soft, you can add a little more powdered sugar before rolling.
- When melting the white chocolate in the microwave make sure to melt slowly and stir every 20-30 seconds so it doesn’t overcook.
- If you find that the coating is too thick, you can add a small amount of coconut oil to thin it out.
- Add your sprinkles, decorations, drizzle before the chocolate hardens.
Variations
- Add a chocolate drizzle to your truffles instead of using holiday sprinkles.
- Use a milk chocolate coating in place of the white chocolate so it tastes similar to a peanut butter cup.
- Add a pinch of sea salt to the top for a salty and sweet combination.
Storage
- Store the truffles in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days. If you want them to last longer, they can also be froze for up to 2 months.
Christmas Peanut Butter Truffles
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1-2 tbsp milk as needed
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 12 oz. white chocolate chips
- holiday sprinkles
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix together the peanut butter and vanilla extract until combined.
- Mix in the powdered sugar until a thick dough forms.
- Then, add milk a little at a time until it's easy to shape into a ball.
- Roll the peanut butter mixture into 24 evenly shaped balls and place on baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until firm.
- Melt the white chocolate chips in the microwave in 20-30 second intervals stirring between each interval until smooth.
- Then, use a fork to dip each peanut butter ball into the melted white chocolate, making sure to let any excess drip off.
- Return them back to the parchment lined baking sheet, add your holiday sprinkles, and refrigerate until the chocolate has set.
Notes
Helpful Tips
- Make sure to use creamy peanut butter as it works best to roll into a ball. Unfortunately, natural peanut butter may not work for this recipe as it can make the mixture too oily or soft.
- Add your milk gradually, you want it to thin out the peanut butter mixture so it's not crumbly and can be easily rolled into a ball.
- If the mixture becomes too soft, you can add a little more powdered sugar before rolling.
- When melting the white chocolate in the microwave make sure to melt slowly and stir every 20-30 seconds so it doesn't overcook.
- If you find that the coating is too thick, you can add a small amount of coconut oil to thin it out.
- Add your sprinkles, decorations, drizzle before the chocolate hardens.
Variations
- Add a chocolate drizzle to your truffles instead of using holiday sprinkles.
- Use a milk chocolate coating in place of the white chocolate so it tastes similar to a peanut butter cup.
- Add a pinch of sea salt to the top for a salty and sweet combination.
Storage
- Store the truffles in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days. If you want them to last longer, they can also be froze for up to 2 months.
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